The contribution of small-scale rural irrigation schemes . . . The principal objectives of this study were to examine the status of the irrigation schemes in the district; analyse the need to rehabilitate small-scale irrigation schemes; assess the initiatives towards the revival of irrigation schemes; establish the benefits that can accrue to smallholder farmers from small-scale irrigation schemes and
The Impact of Smallholder Irrigation Scheme on Household . . . The study found a positive impact and relationship between smallholder irrigation schemes and household welfare in the study Farm characteristics and socioeconomic and institutional factors influence smallholder participation in smallholder irrigation farming
A review of trends, constraints and opportunities of . . . Such opportunities include: high untapped irrigation potential; rainwater harvesting to improve water availability; high commitment of national governments, NGOs and donors to smallholder irrigation expansion; low cost irrigation technologies adaptable to local conditions; traditional schemes rehabilitation; growing urbanization; and increased
Why Profitable Irrigation is Key to Producing More Food Our mid-term and recent research confirm that smallholder irrigation schemes can transform to produce more food They can also support more jobs and be profitable Schemes in Mozambique, Tanzania and Zimbabwe have been transformed into climate smart agricultural systems