Bottlenecks in adoption

♤ The adoption of this technology has high initial costs.

♤ Uninterrupted availability of electric power is required.

♤ Micro-irrigation systems normally have greater maintenance requirements. Soil particles, algae, or mineral precipitates can clog the emission devices.

♤ Potential for damage. Animals, rodents and insects may cause damage to some components.

However, the increase in yields and reduction in costs of power and fertiliser use can help farmers recover the fixed cost quickly.