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Set System - Disadvantages


 

 
     
 
bullet High capital cost, therefore they are used for irrigating high value crops.
bullet Distribution uniformity can deteriorate over time.
bullet It is a wind sensitive system, therefore the wind velocity should be taken into consideration when establishing the spacing between the sprinklers.
bullet May create a humid environment  in the crop canopy which can lead to disease.
bullet Can cause crop damage where saline irrigation water is applied.
 
     
 

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