The implementation of innovative and efficient irrigation techniques is among the greatest challenges facing agriculture. In this regard, a linear programming model is presented in order to optimize water use. The idea behind this model is to assess the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of precipitation to determine the amount of irrigation water required to optimize water use. To achieve this idea, the "knapsack" problem decisional form was used, and the combination of the linear programming and the above-mentioned form proved satisfactory. Field experiments were conducted in Algeria. Based on calculated budgets a model using linear programming was developed. A comparison between the model results and the field findings suggests that the model could reduce water consumption by 28.5%.
It is widely known that water resources are decreasing around the world. Rapid urbanization, population growth, industries and the expansion of agriculture are increasing demand for freshwater. In most countries, including Algeria, irrigation is the largest consumer of water, with about 70% of all freshwater withdrawals being used for irrigation. Therefore, it can be said that solving the problem of water scarcity is based on the adjustment of irrigation. The aim of this paper is to shed light on the irrigation systems, how they can be applied, and what are their benefits. With the adoption of solar energy to feed the system; this energy source is strongly available in arid zones.
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