Water Saving in Irrigated Agriculture Thematic Paper 3.1

Aimed at Water Affairs Bureaus and references other documents which describe practical approaches for introducing methods of water saving

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 May 2010
Country:
China
Document Type:
Thematic Summary
Theme:
Water and Sanitation
Authors:
WRDMAP

Abstract

This document outlines recommended approaches for saving water in irrigated agriculture, as part of establishment of a Water Saving Society.

It has the following sections:

  • introduction
  • administrative measures - norms, rights and permits
  • economic tools - water resource fees and service charges
  • technical measures related to water use efficiency
  • social change tools - participation and awareness
  • incentive to promote and adopt water saving
  • conclusions

It should be read in conjunction with Advisory Note 3.1.1 - Agricultural Water Saving Techniques and Advisory Note 3.1.2 - Practical Techniques for On-Farm Water Saving.

Citation

WRDMAP. Water Saving in Irrigated Agriculture [Thematic Paper 3.1]. WRDMAP, China (2010) 32 pp

Water Saving in Irrigated Agriculture Thematic Paper 3.1

Published 1 May 2010
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