PROJETO DE IRRIGAÇÃO POR GOTEJAMENTO PARA CULTURA DO MORANGO

Abstract

Irrigation plays an important role in agriculture, because through this technique it is possible to supply the plant's water needs more efficiently and thus enable greater production. Strawberry production is a very classic example of an irrigated crop due to its water needs and sensitivity to water deficit. Various irrigation methods can be used, including localized and sprinkler. The drip system is highly efficient and allows savings in the use of water. The present work had as objective to elaborate a project of localized drip irrigation as well as the costs of implantation for the culture of the strawberry. In order to prepare the project, it was necessary to collect technical information on the area and culture, through which agronomic dimensioning was carried out. Subsequently, the hydraulic dimensioning was carried out, with the loss of pressure and diameter of the pipes and the power of the motor pump set being calculated. For a better visualization of the project, a detailed sketch of the entire system was elaborated. The monthly energy cost of the project is R $ 683.42. A list and the cost of the components of the irrigation system were also carried out, this being R $ 46,363.47. When preparing an irrigation project, it is necessary to respect the hydraulic, environmental and financial principles, therefore, the producer must choose qualified professionals, for example, agricultural engineers for the planning, dimensioning and installation of the system in the area.