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Competency Area 3: Drainage and irrigation AEM

Summary

  • Soils are characterized by drainage class, which affects agricultural practices on that soil.
  • Through drainage systems, humans improve the draining ability of a wet soil, and make better use of the land.  However, there are many aspects to consider before a drainage system is installed.
  • Irrigation transports to otherwise dry fields.  The method selected will depend on field characteristics, such as soil structure and topography.