Types of Watering Systems
Competency C3. Develop and manage plant growth, media, and nutritional requirements.
Description
There are many types of watering systems that are used in agriculture. The focus could be on watering systems used in a specific production method such as greenhouse production, crop production, or small garden production. Some specific watering systems that could be discussed are drip tape and hoses, large and small scale irrigation sprinklers, and overhead sprinklers.
Resources
- Take students on a live or virtual field trip to see various types of watering systems.
- Video of large-scale crop irrigation sprinklers
- Video of boom sprinkler system in greenhouse
Teaching Methods
Lecture Discussion, Paired or Small Group Discussion, Demonstration, Field Trip, Resource People, Experiment, Debate