– Irrigation ensures a steady and reliable supply even in arid area while rainfall may
fail in a given year
- River water used for irrigation may may bring in silt which makes soil fertile and
leads to more yields unlike pure rain water
- Enables cultivation throughout the year maximizing use of land while rainfall could be
seasonal
- Water drawn for irrigation may also be used for other purposes in the farm
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