The inquiry on suitable depth for irrigation in clay,sandy, hillside and valley areas is subject to various factors. In Zimbabwe the general recommended depth is 80 -100 meters deep. The depth of well development is key to enhance sustainable volumes of water for irrigation pumping allowing adequate recharge in a 72 hr irrigation cycles.
Published by Munashe Mvura
The inquiry on suitable depth for irrigation in clay,sandy, hillside and valley areas is subject to various factors.
In Zimbabwe the general recommended depth is 80 -100 meters deep. The depth of well development is key to enhance sustainable volumes of water for irrigation pumping allowing adequate recharge in a 72 hr irrigation cycles.