Category Archives: Irrigation

Ultimate Mexican Agriculture: Chinampas Reimagined

Ultimate Mexican Agriculture: Chinampas Reimagined

The Chinampas of Mexico City, particularly in Sochimilco, are a thriving ancient agricultural system that has been sustained for centuries and is still in use today. The innovative farming practices of the Aztecs, who built artificial islands and peninsulas for food production, have created fertile black soil that supports diverse crops and wildlife. The ongoing […]

Microspray vs Drip: Efficient Irrigation Comparison

Microspray vs Drip: Efficient Irrigation Comparison

In this segment on water conservation, Cathie Puree discusses micro spray and drip irrigation systems. Micro sprays can water larger areas with varying amounts of water based on the color of the nozzle, while drip systems deliver water directly to plant roots. Both systems require regular maintenance and repairs, but are easy and inexpensive to […]

Libya’s Incredible Man Made River: An Astounding Discovery

Libya’s Incredible Man Made River: An Astounding Discovery

Libya’s history of scarcity and growth was transformed by the discovery of oil in 1956, leading to rapid population growth and economic prosperity. However, the increase in population also brought back the issue of water scarcity. In response, the Great Man-Made River Project was initiated in 1969 to transport water from underground aquifers in the […]

Building Effective Permaculture Swales

Building Effective Permaculture Swales

Jamie from Luckyfig Farm discusses incorporating swales on his property to capture stormwater runoff and help combat issues with water absorption caused by a lack of vegetation. He explains the importance of constructing swales with a flat base and overflow system, as well as how different soil types can affect water drainage. Jamie emphasizes the […]