Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
24th International Scientific Conference Engineering for Rural Development, ERDev 2025, Hybrid, Jelgava, Letonya, 21 - 23 Mayıs 2025, cilt.24, ss.286-291, (Tam Metin Bildiri)
In the face of global water scarcity and the increasing demand for agricultural production, efficient water management practices have become crucial, especially in water-intensive crops like maize. This study is important as it addresses the pressing need to improve water optimization in maize. The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of using both modern and conventional deficit irrigation method strategies on maize production. In this experiment we evaluated conventional irrigation as 100%, 75%, 50% and 25% along with the modern alternative technique PRD (partial root zone irrigation) with one right and one left side irrigation (50% deficit) of the cultivated maize crop. Based on analysis of the results, the highest yield and yield contributing traits were obtained from 100% irrigation followed by 75% irrigation which was statistically in line with PRD. Experimental plots applied with 100% irrigation resulted in 7211 kg·ha-1 grain yield, 75% irrigation 5411 kg·ha-1, while PRD plots 5122 kg·ha-1. Likewise, 50% irrigation resulted in 3955 kg·ha-1, while 25% irrigation resulted in 2123 kg·ha-1. This study shows that partial root zone irrigation (PRD) and 75% irrigation can achieve high maize yields with reduced water use compared to full irrigation. While lower irrigation levels (25% and 50%) significantly decreased yields, PRD offers a sustainable solution for conserving water without compromising crop production.