In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Types of Bench Terraces 2. Maintenance of Bench Terraces 3. Bench Terraces for Rice Cultivation. Types of Bench Terraces: Depending upon the purpose for which they are used bench terraces are also classified as follows: 1. Hill-type bench terraces – used for hilly areas with a reverse grade towards the hill. 2. [...]
The rainwater conservation and harvesting systems may be in-situ or ex-situ depending upon the area of rainwater collection, harvesting and storage. When rainwater is collected within the area of harvesting, it is called as in-situ management. Whereas, in ex-situ, harvested rainwater is diverted and stored outside the harvesting area. In case of in-situ rainwater conservation, soil acts as the storage, [...]
In this article we will discuss about how to conserve soil moisture. Conservation of Soil Moisture: The methods that are adopted to prevent the loss of water helps in the conservation of soil moisture. There are some methods useful for conservation of soil moisture as follows: (i) Terracing and contour farming are the best method to control the loss of [...]