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Understanding and Installing Drainage Systems

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
August 31, 2021
Price
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Overview

Farmers can increase yields and net returns by installing artificial drainage systems on soils that have poor natural drainage.

This publication explains why artificial drainage is needed on some soils, the types of drainage systems, drainage design considerations, and the steps and economics in installing a relief drainage system. (12 pages, 15 figures, 3 tables)

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