Water treatment for agriculture is the process of cleaning and disinfecting water to make it usable in farming. Many different methods can treat agricultural water, but the most common are chlorination and ultraviolet radiation. Chlorination involves adding chlorine to the water to kill bacteria, while ultraviolet radiation uses UV light to disinfect the water. Both of these methods effectively kill bacteria and other contaminants, making the water safe for use in agriculture.
Filtration is the process of removing solid particles from water. Filtration can be done with a filter cartridge or a sand filter. Softening is the process of removing calcium and magnesium from water. Softening can be done with a salt-based softener or an ion-exchange softener. Disinfection is the process of killing bacteria and other microorganisms in water. Disinfection can be done with chlorine, ozone, or ultraviolet light.
Water treatment for agriculture is important for ensuring that crops and livestock receive adequate amounts of clean water.