7. Using Water Wisely
7.1 Watering and saving water
Of all the water on our planet, 97.5% is salt
water while freshwater makes up just 2.5%.
Only 0.1% of all water on Earth is fit for
human consumption.
So we need to look after that water,
which is the source of all life:
plants, humans and animals cannot survive
without water.
Agriculture uses almost 70% of all extracted
water in the world, which means that
watering efficiently is one of the best ways
to save water. Here are a few tips to help you
save water and use it wisely.
How should I water my garden?
You need to provide just enough water: avoid
over watering and save water. You might not
have a lot of spare time, but depending on
your climate, you may need to set aside a
few minutes every day in order to water your
vegetable garden slowly and carefully.
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