Drip Irrigation

Plant Growth Through Efficient Watering

Facing a growing global population, shrinking water resources, and more frequent heat waves with related crop losses, reducing water consumption and adopting climate‑resilient cultivation methods are becoming increasingly important in agriculture and horticulture.

Drip irrigation is among the most efficient technologies for agricultural watering. By delivering water and nutrients precisely at the root zone with minimal evaporation, it supports healthy plant growth, improves nutrient uptake, and increases crop yields while using significantly less water.

Further Information

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Clean and Aseptic Drip Irrigation Components

Demand‑driven drip irrigation ensures consistent soil moisture and is suitable for orchards, field crops, vegetables, and protected crops in greenhouses. Fertilizers and nutrients can be added directly to the irrigation system, and the water also serves as a carrier for crop protection products. Over time, however, deposits and algae can accumulate in drip lines and emitters, creating favorable conditions for pathogens. Biofilm‑forming microorganisms are a major cause of contamination in water systems and can negatively affect both water quality and crops. Peroxides can be applied preventively or to remove existing deposits in drip irrigation components.

Peracetic acid is effective against harmful organisms such as soft rot (Erwinia carotovora) and brown rot (Ralstonia solanacearum). It is used for pulse cleaning of drip lines as well as for disinfecting tools, tanks, and containers. After application, peracetic acid breaks down into biodegradable residues: water, oxygen, and acetic acid.

Hydrogen peroxide improves water quality and keeps hoses, pipes, and drippers clean and free from blockages, helping extend the service life of the irrigation system. In soilless cultivation methods, oxygen supply to the root zone is particularly important, as roots influence plant metabolism and overall plant health. Hydrogen peroxide supports root care by releasing oxygen during its decomposition.

The appropriate dosage of peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide depends on the specific application. We recommend adjusting concentrations based on microbiological testing to avoid potential root damage.

Drip irrigation systems combined with aquaculture offer high water‑use efficiency and optimized nutrient supply, both of which support healthy plant growth.

Drip irrigation is one of the most efficient methods in agricultural watering technology.

Our Products for Drip Irrigation

Active Ingredient: Hydrogen peroxide

Primary Use in Drip Irrigation: Reduces organic buildup and biofilm in irrigation systems; oxygenates root zones

Application Context: Open fields and greenhouses in the absence of plants

Active Ingredient: Peracetic acid

Primary Use in Drip Irrigation: Pulse cleaning of drip lines, disinfection of tools and surfaces; strong biocidal action

Application Context: Open fields and greenhouses in the absence of plants

Active Ingredient: Hydrogen peroxide

Primary Use in Drip Irrigation: Disinfection of irrigation water in the presence of plants; supports root oxygenation

Application Context: Agricultural fields and greenhouses in the presence of plants

Active Ingredient: Peracetic acid

Primary Use in Drip Irrigation: Maintains water quality by removing algae, slime, and bacteria in irrigation systems

Application Context: General irrigation system cleaning

Drip irrigation contributes to reduction of water consumption

Sustainable Aspects of Drip Irrigation

Facing a growing world population, decreasing water resources and more years with heat waves and related crop failures, the reduction of water consumption and innovative cultivation methods adapted to climate change are becoming more and more important in agriculture and horticulture.

Drip irrigation systems combined with aquaculture enable high water use efficiency and nutrient supply, which have a positive impact on plant growth.

Our peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxides serve as oxidizers and disinfectants that contribute to plant health and a long useful life of irrigation systems.

Sustainable Greenhouse Cultivation Methods

Many vegetable and fruit species are often grown in greenhouses because they receive more humidity and heat than in field crops. Essentially, soil-based, the aeroponic, aquaponic, and hydroponic growing methods are used in greenhouses. The soil-based cultivation method is most similar to crop cultivation in the open field.

In the hydroponic system, plants are grown in mineral nutrient solutions without the use of soil. In the aeroponic method, the root system develops freely, with exposed roots taking up nutrients through spraying and water misting. Aquaponic systems allow resource-efficient production of vegetables in combination with aquaculture. Fish excretions provide nutrients to the plants.

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