This document provides guidelines for the implementation of pressurized sprinkler, micro-sprinkler and sprayer irrigation systems [hereinafter: system(s)]. It is applicable to both small-scale family agriculture and large-scale commercial agriculture, in open field or within protected crops structure (e.g., greenhouse, net-house or tunnel).

This document is intended for the use of agriculture ministries, agronomists, irrigation planners, farmers and end-users.

This document is not applicable to centre pivots, linear systems, travellers, and side roll sprinkler irrigation systems.