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- Properly managed, wastewater can be used safely to support crop production — directly through irrigation or indirectly by recharging aquifers — but doing so requires diligent management of health risks through adequate treatment or appropriate use.
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Wastewater treatment and reuse in agriculture. Non-conventional water (NCW) is water from a source not conventionally used for agricultural production, primarily water that is of lower quality. The two major sources are: saline water from groundwater, drainage and surface sources.
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Nov 1, 2023 · While the reuse of treated wastewater in agriculture has significant prospects for water conservation and cost savings, addressing challenges related to water quality, public perception, infrastructure, and regulations is essential to ensure its safe and sustainable implementation.
Jun 6, 2024 · Treated wastewater (TW) reuse for irrigation has the potential to alleviate irrigation water imbalances, especially in water-scarce regions, and boost or sustain food production by expanding...
Properly managed, wastewater can be used safely to support crop production — directly through irrigation or indirectly by recharging aquifers — but doing so requires diligent management of health risks through adequate treatment or appropriate use.
Jun 1, 2023 · According to studies, 1.6–6.3% of the world's treated sewage is utilized to irrigate agricultural land (Ungureanu et al., 2018). Reusing treated wastewater may nourish crops, prevent water contamination, and lessen the strain on freshwater supplies.
Aug 29, 2020 · 1 Introduction. Wastewater reuse has potential benefits for agriculture and water resources management but can also determine substantial risks to public health. Moreover, chemical risks for plant and environment could occur due to soil and groundwater pollution.
Oct 9, 2020 · This article aims to show the state of the global research on sustainable use of wastewater in agriculture. To this end, a systematic qualitative analysis and a quantitative bibliometric analysis were conducted.
