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Should Most farming in the desert areas of the US must be done by irrigation.?
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If there is not enough rain, then additional water (i.e., irrigation) is required.
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Explain the methods that can be used in agriculture and industry to conserve water?
They can grow crops that use less water, precision use of irrigation either by scheduling irrigation for times when crops need it or using irrigation only in areas needed, use methods alternative to irrigation such as rainwater harvesting and treated wastewater, and enhance water retention in the soil through farming methods, such as residue management, conservation tillage, zai, bund, contouring, and field leveling.
How did Egypt's geography affect farming methods?
The fertile land is Egypt is along the Nile Vally and the Nile delta - this is the Geography. The Nile flooded each year (it no longer does so because of the Aswan Dam) and this flood deposited rich mud in the fields and delta. This mud was fertile and used to grow wheat (as described in the bible) and raise cattle. Farming methods included the digging of irrigation channels and using animal powered means of raising the irrigation water. The farming methods of the past are similar to those seen today in the more rural areas.
Is Alaska a desert?
AnswerYes, some areas of Alaska are considered what is called an Arctic desert. Other areas are temperate rainforests.
Are there any desert areas in Wisconsin?
no
What does marginal land mean?
In farming, poor-quality land that is likely to yield a poor return. It is the last land to be brought into production and the first land to be abandoned. Examples are desert fringes in Africa and mountain areas in the UK.
How does hot arid desert support some agricultures?
Irrigation allows for farming in some desert areas.
Most farming in the desert areas of the US must be done by irrigation?
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Why is farming in the desert areas of the US must be done by irrigation?
Without water irrigation, the desert areas would be too arid, and food plants would be unable to grow as a farm crop.
What is dryland farming in the interior plains?
a method of farming in semiarid areas without the aid of irrigation.
Can you grow food in the desert?
Yes, with proper irrigation many foods can be grown in desert areas.
What were the disadvantages to farming in Mesopotamia?
The answer is that they could not get water to some of the farm areas but they eventually overcame that by using irrigation.
What has the author B M Sahni written?
B. M. Sahni has written: 'Water management in command areas' -- subject(s): Citizen participation, Economic aspects of Irrigation, Irrigation, Irrigation farming, Management
What is dry farming used for?
Dry farming is also called dryland farming. It is a type of farming where the crops are cultivated without irrigation in arid areas. Farmers typically grow winter wheat, which is a drought-resistant crop.
Where does the availability of water pose the greatest problem?
In farming communities using fertilizers ,in Mediterranean Europe and in agricultural areas using irrigation
How has the Nile River made farming possible in desert areas?
because they use the water to irrigate the crops
Why did egyptians want wood from the Phoenicians?
Egypt was mostly desert and the watered areas were used fro farming, with no forests.
How is the land in the US?
Most of the land is not arable, so it cannot be used for farming. In general it is used for construction, tourism (in the desert areas) as well as Date and camel farming
