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Analysis and optimization of conventional furrow irrigation systems using the WinSRFR simulation model.

Huma Zia¹, Fatima Shah², Nimra Imran²

¹School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science, University of Hertfordshire, AL10 9, Hatfield, United Kingdom. h.zia@herts.ac.uk.

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Optimizing conventional furrow irrigation in water-scarce regions improves water application efficiency to 84%. This study enhances furrow irrigation system performance for better crop water management.

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Area of Science:

Agricultural Engineering
Water Management
Irrigation Systems

Background:

Surface irrigation, particularly furrow irrigation, is globally prevalent due to energy efficiency and operational simplicity.
However, suboptimal design and management often lead to poor performance, especially in water-limited environments.
Optimizing conventional furrow irrigation is crucial for sustainable agriculture in arid and semi-arid regions.

Purpose of the Study:

To optimize the performance of conventional furrow irrigation systems in water-constrained areas.
To evaluate the effectiveness of the WinSRFR simulation model for performance analysis and optimization.
To provide farmers with a methodology for assessing and improving field-level irrigation practices.

Main Methods:

Field data collection from conventional furrow irrigation systems.
Performance evaluation using the WinSRFR simulation model.
Sensitivity analysis of WinSRFR parameters, identifying inflow rate, cut-off time, and furrow spacing as most critical.

Main Results:

The WinSRFR model predicted an 84% application efficiency for the conventional furrow design under water shortage.
Flow rates were maintained near the minimum allowable (0.0025 m³/s), minimizing runoff and percolation losses to approximately 16%.
A lower quarter adequacy of 0.74 indicated under-irrigation due to severe water constraints, highlighting the need for management adjustments.

Conclusions:

The WinSRFR simulation model is effective for designing, forecasting, and optimizing conventional furrow irrigation systems.
Applying an engineering approach to actual crop fields allows for accurate prediction of crop moisture availability.
The proposed methodology empowers farmers to gain insights into field performance and implement necessary measures for crop health.