This book is intended to serve as a valuable resource for students of agriculture and agricultural and civil engineering, particularly those who are just starting out in the field of irrigation. The book has been designed to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of soil, water, and plants, as well as hydrologic and hydraulic principles. The book covers the latest advances in irrigation system design and management, and presents the concepts and principles of farm irrigation in a clear and straightforward manner, making it easier for students to learn and understand.

The book's method of presentation and organization has been carefully developed and tested in the classroom to ensure that it is an effective teaching tool. It includes a variety of useful features for students and design engineers, such as solved problems, short and long type questions, tables, and figures. Additionally, the book includes field experimental results at appropriate sections to make it more engaging for readers.

Balram Panigrahi: Professor and Head, Department of Soil and Water Conservation Engineering,College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar 751 003, Orissa, India

01. Irrigation and Water Resources Development in India, 02. Sources of Irrigation Water, 03. Storage of Irrigation Water, 04. Discharge Measurement., 05. Water Requirement of Crops, 06. Basic Soil Water Relationship, 07. Irrigation Scheduling, 08. Methods of Irrigation, 09. Conveyance of Irrigaion Water., 10. Water Lifting Device, 11. Losses of Water in Canal and Control, 12. Salt Problem in Irrigated Agriculture, 13. Waterlogging and Drainage, 14. Groundwater and Wells, 15. Well Hydraulics, 16. Water Productivity