Micro Irrigation and Drought Proofing Models

CYSD has been promoting micro-irrigation and drought-proofing models to enhance groundwater recharge, allowing for additional areas to be cultivated and enabling the growth of two crops per year on the same land.

5% Corner Pit Model: This in-situ rainwater harvesting model is suitable for medium uplands. Each plot has its own water body, covering 5% of the total plot area. These pits capture rainwater that would otherwise runoff, providing irrigation during periods of water scarcity.

30 x 40 Model: This in-situ soil and water conservation method involves dividing uplands into 30 x 40 ft plots (30 ft along the slope and 40 ft across the slope), digging pits at the lowest point of each plot, and using the excavated soil to bound the plot.