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Contour bunds (ridges) is a water harvesting technique used for tree planting?
Contour bunds (ridges) is a water harvesting technique used for tree planting?
True
Water harvesting techniques can be grouped into four groups, namely, micro-catchments , macrocatchments, floodwater harvesting and storage?
Water harvesting techniques can be grouped into four groups, namely, micro-catchments , macrocatchments, floodwater harvesting and storage?
True
Contour bunds for tree planting can be used under the condition of rainfall between 200–750 mm?
Contour bunds for tree planting can be used under the condition of rainfall between 200–750 mm?
True
The main advantage of Contour bunds (ridges) is their suitability to the cultivation of crops or fodder between the bunds?
The main advantage of Contour bunds (ridges) is their suitability to the cultivation of crops or fodder between the bunds?
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Micro-catchments include Negarim, Natural depressions, and Meskat?
Micro-catchments include Negarim, Natural depressions, and Meskat?
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The recommended depth for the pit at the junction of the bund and cross-tie is 50 cm.
The recommended depth for the pit at the junction of the bund and cross-tie is 50 cm.
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Contour ridges for crop production are limited to areas with high rainfall.
Contour ridges for crop production are limited to areas with high rainfall.
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Semi-circular bunds are useful for growing trees and shrubs only.
Semi-circular bunds are useful for growing trees and shrubs only.
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The space between two bunds on slopes of up to 0.5% should be 10 m.
The space between two bunds on slopes of up to 0.5% should be 10 m.
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The size of micro-catchment for each tree should be around 50–100 m2.
The size of micro-catchment for each tree should be around 50–100 m2.
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Study Notes
Water Harvesting Techniques
- Techniques categorized into four groups: micro-catchments, macro-catchments, floodwater harvesting, and storage.
Contour Bunds (Ridges)
- A technique used primarily for tree planting and water harvesting.
- Optimal for rainfall conditions ranging from 200–750 mm.
- Main advantage includes cultivation of crops or fodder between the bunds, maximizing land use.
- Semi-circular bunds suited for growing trees and shrubs only.
- Recommended spacing of 10 m between two bunds on slopes up to 0.5%.
Micro-Catchments
- Types include Negarim, Natural depressions, and Meskat.
- Each tree requires a micro-catchment size of approximately 50–100 m².
Bunds and Pit Dimensions
- The junction of the bund and cross-tie should have a recommended pit depth of 50 cm.
- Contour ridges for crop production are limited to areas with higher rainfall conditions.
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Learn about different water harvesting techniques including macro-catchments, micro-catchments, storage, and flood harvesting. This quiz provides an introduction to the methods used for collecting runoff for productive purposes.
