Modernisation of Irrigation Systems – A Sustainable Solution for Efficient Water Resource Management in Agriculture
Abstract
In the current context, marked by accelerated climate change, population growth, and the development of anthropogenic activities, pressure on water resources is increasing. Therefore, the need to develop efficient and sustainable agriculture through effective water resource management is becoming a priority at both global and national levels. Romania is increasingly facing challenges in adapting the agricultural sector to new climatic conditions. These conditions are characterized by increasingly pronounced fluctuations in precipitation and a rising frequency of drought years – characteristics that negatively affect crop productivity and stability.
This article aims to analyse the benefits of modernizing irrigation technologies, focusing on innovative, smart, and environmentally friendly solutions, such as precision irrigation. An innovative alternative solution is examined, namely the use of fog collectors as a complementary method of passive water collection, with potential for application in favourable microclimates, including the hilly areas of Romania.
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