The Diffusion Of Small Scale Irrigation Technologies In Ethiopia

Author : Bryan, Elizabeth,Hagos, Fitsum,Mekonnen, Dawit Kelemework,Gemeda, Demie Abera,Yimam, Seid
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07-21
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The diffusion of small-scale irrigation technologies in Ethiopia: Stakeholder analysis using Net-Map by Bryan, Elizabeth,Hagos, Fitsum,Mekonnen, Dawit Kelemework,Gemeda, Demie Abera,Yimam, Seid Pdf

Small-scale irrigation (SSI) provides great benefits to farmers in terms of increased yields and profits, better food and nutrition security and greater resilience to climate shocks. Ethiopia has high potential for expanding SSI and has invested considerably in this area in recent years. Despite these investments, several challenges to further expansion of irrigation technologies remain. Different stakeholders in the country play important roles in overcoming these barriers to further scale technologies for SSI. This paper explores institutional arrangements for the diffusion of small-scale irrigation technologies by mapping the landscape of key actors involved, their interconnections, and their influence. This paper draws on an analysis of stakeholder data collected through two participatory workshops in Ethiopia, one at the national level and one at the Oromia regional level, using the Net-Map approach. Results show the dominance of government actors in the diffusion of SSI at both the national and regional levels, while most private sector and NGO actors remain in the periphery. Participants in both workshops highlighted the need for increased financing services to support the adoption of SSI and measures aimed at increasing the supply of high-quality irrigation equipment, such as modern water lifting technologies. One notable difference between the national and regional results was that at the regional level, farmers, and to some extent traders and input suppliers, were considered to be more influential in the diffusion of irrigation technologies, while they were considered marginal actors at the national level.

Author : Elizabeth Bryan,Fitsum Hagos,Dawit Mekonnen,Demie Abera Gemeda,Seid Hussen Yimam
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1355370994

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The Diffusion of Small-scale Irrigation Technologies in Ethiopia by Elizabeth Bryan,Fitsum Hagos,Dawit Mekonnen,Demie Abera Gemeda,Seid Hussen Yimam Pdf

Author : Atuobi-Yeboah, Afua,Aberman, Noora-Lisa,Ringler, Claudia
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-12
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Smallholder irrigation technology diffusion in Ghana: Insights from stakeholder mapping by Atuobi-Yeboah, Afua,Aberman, Noora-Lisa,Ringler, Claudia Pdf

Irrigated agriculture can support food and nutrition security, increase rural employment and incomes and can act as a buffer against growing climate variability and change. However, irrigation development has been slow in Africa south of the Sahara and Ghana is no exception. Out of a total potential irrigated area of close to 2 million ha, less than 20,000 ha large-scale irrigation and less than 200,000 ha of small-scale irrigation have been developed; but the latter is only an estimate. To identify entry points for accelerating small-scale irrigation development in Ghana, a national and a regional stakeholder Net-Map workshop were held in Accra and Tamale, respectively. The workshops suggest that a wide variety of actors from government, the private sector, international organizations and funders, research organizations and NGOs are involved in the diffusion of small-scale irrigation technologies. However, there are important differences between actors perceived to be key at the national and at the regional levels in northern Ghana. At the national level, diffusion of small-scale irrigation technologies is considered to be largely influenced by the Ghana Irrigation Development Authority together with a series of private sector actors focused on importation, distribution and financing of technologies. Farmers are considered to have no influence over the diffusion of small-scale irrigation, suggesting that small-scale irrigation is largely considered a supply-driven process. In northern Ghana, on the other hand, farmers are considered to be key influencers, although participants noted that much of this was potential influence, together with a larger and more diversified set of government stakeholders that are seen as regulators and possibly gatekeepers. For irrigation diffusion to successfully move from importation to distribution to benefiting smallholder farmers, all of these actors have to come together to better understand farmers’ needs and challenges. A multi-stakeholder platform could help to increase communication between farmers as the ultimate beneficiaries of small-scale irrigation technologies and the many other actors interested in supporting this process.

Author : Houeto, Dede Aduayom,Diamoutene, Abdoul K.,Diop, Loty,Ringler, Claudia
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2022-06-16
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Smallholder irrigation technology diffusion in Mali: Insights from stakeholder mapping by Houeto, Dede Aduayom,Diamoutene, Abdoul K.,Diop, Loty,Ringler, Claudia Pdf

Small-scale irrigation has significant potential to increase crop productivity in Mali, in particular given growing climate change impacts on the country and region. While large-scale development is substantial, small, private irrigation remains limited, affecting food and particularly nutrition security as small-scale technologies are more likely to be used for high-value vegetable crops. To better understand the challenges and opportunities in the diffusion of small-scale irrigation technologies, two workshops were organized in 2021 at the national and regional levels, respectively, to consider national and local factors supporting the diffusion of small-scale irrigation technologies. Key constraints identified were a lack of linkages between intermediary organizations in the small-scale irrigation diffusion process, such as commodity associations, financial institutions and technology vendors with government agencies in charge of irrigation, limiting the sharing of consistent and effective information across entities; the lack of a clear policy framework and long-term guidance for private individual irrigation; an associated lack of targeted technology development including limited adaptation to different local contexts, missing financial products linked to irrigation technology, and inadequate capacity building of farmers through extension services and demonstration sites. Workshop participants suggested a dedicated platform for more effective information exchange across the key actors identified in the events, improved capacity building on private irrigation, and a supportive policy and financial environment to ensure growth and sustainability of small-scale irrigation development in the country.

Author : Awulachew, Seleshi Bekele,Merrey, Douglas,Kamara, Abdul,van Koppen, Barbara,Penning de Vries, Frits,Boelee, Eline
Publisher : IWMI
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Irrigation projects
ISBN : 9789290906124

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Experiences and opportunities for promoting small-scale/micro irrigation and rainwater harvesting for food security in Ethiopia by Awulachew, Seleshi Bekele,Merrey, Douglas,Kamara, Abdul,van Koppen, Barbara,Penning de Vries, Frits,Boelee, Eline Pdf

Author : Melvyn Kay
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9251045941

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Smallholder Irrigation Technology by Melvyn Kay Pdf

This report is a view of irrigation technologies for smallholders in the context of improving rural livelihoods, especially in regard to the prospects for sub-Saharan Africa. The role of traditional technologies is evaluated and modern water distribution technologies, such as sprinkler and trickle irrigation, are reviewed. A broad classification has been made based on climate and the traditional agricultural background of the local people, which links technology options to specific places--to agricultural regions and to countries.

Author : Barbara van Koppen,Lesley Hope,Willem Colenbrander
Publisher : IWMI
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789290907671

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Gender Aspects of Small-scale Private Irrigation in Africa by Barbara van Koppen,Lesley Hope,Willem Colenbrander Pdf

This Working Paper presents methodological and substantive findings of gender-differentiated quantitative farm household surveys about smallholder’s private irrigation technology adoption in Ghana and Zambia. Focusing on three gender variables, household headship, labor provision and plot management, the paper examines adoption rates, types of technologies and gendered labor provision in female- and male-headed households; compares adoption rates on women’s own plots with overall rates; compares women’s decision-making on irrigated plots and rainfed plots; and examines impacts of targeting strategies. Findings suggest that women are proactive irrigation adopters in spite of the many obstacles they face. Removing those obstacles serves both gender equality and irrigation policies.

Author : Lire Ersado
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Small-scale Irrigation Dams, Agricultural Production, and Health by Lire Ersado Pdf

Households with poor health are less likely to adopt productivity-enhancing as well as resource-conserving technologies, which are crucial for achieving the ultimate goal of sustainable agricultural development. The ensuing sickness has also led to reduction in labor allocation to off-farm activities. The findings underline the importance of weighing beforehand the magnitude of potential economic benefits against health costs of water development programs. The overall evidence, however, suggests that carefully designed irrigation dams could significantly improve agricultural production and food security, particularly in areas where waterborne diseases pose negligible risk to health or can be cost-effectively controlled"--Abstract.

Author : Merrey, D. J.,Lefore, Nicole
Publisher : International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789290908760

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Improving the availability and effectiveness of rural and “Micro” finance for small-scale irrigation in Sub-Saharan Africa by Merrey, D. J.,Lefore, Nicole Pdf

Author : International Water Management Institute (IWMI).
Publisher : IWMI
Page : 4 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Revolutionizing smallholder irrigation in Africa by International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Pdf

Author : Awulachew, Seleshi Bekele,Menker, M.,Abesha, D.,Atnafe, T,Wondimkun, Y.
Publisher : IWMI
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789290906575

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Best practices and technologies for small scale agricultural water management in Ethiopia. Proceedings of a MoARD / MoWR / USAID / IWMI Symposium and Exhibition held at Ghion Hotel, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 7-9 March, 2006. by Awulachew, Seleshi Bekele,Menker, M.,Abesha, D.,Atnafe, T,Wondimkun, Y. Pdf

Policy / Irrigation practices / Drip irrigation / Irrigation systems / Water harvesting / Irrigation management

Author : Tigistu Amsalu Oljira
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-09-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783668044067

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Factors Affecting the Adoption of Small Scale Irrigation in the Ameya District of South West Shoa by Tigistu Amsalu Oljira Pdf

Bachelor Thesis from the year 2008 in the subject Agrarian Studies, grade: A, , course: RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND AGRICULTURAL EXTENTION, language: English, abstract: The research was intended to answer the following questions: 1. What are the factors impeding adoption of small scale irrigation? 2. What are the problems contributing for less participation of farmers on small scale irrigation? 3. What are possible solutions to improve community participation on irrigation? Agriculture is the major primary economic activities of the Ethiopian population. Due to the existence of diversified topography, soil, weather and climatic conditions that favor agricultural activities the majority of the Ethiopian population have been engaged in and generate their income from the sector. However, agriculture in Ethiopia is mainly characterized by the use of backward & traditional farm implements and subsistence farming system dominates by rain fed agricultural production that resulted to low and declining productivity of the sector. The use of supplementary irrigation from either traditional or modern water harvesting structures is considered by the government.

Author : Tinsae Dalga
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2022-09-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783346734587

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Problems of Small Scale Irrigation Schemes in the Case of Ella and Bossa Schemes in Humbo Woreda, Snnprs, Ethiopia by Tinsae Dalga Pdf

Master's Thesis from the year 2021 in the subject Environmental Sciences, Hawassa University (Institute of Technology), course: Irrigation, language: English, abstract: Small scale irrigation is one of the important pillars of the food security strategy of Ethiopian government that designed to promote the food production of small holder farmers. This study was aimed in assessment of the current status and causes of underperformance of the selected small scale irrigation schemes. To meet the objectives, the primary and secondary data were collected. The primary data were collected through household interviews, focus group discussions, key informant interviews, field observation and measurement. The secondary data were collected from office of water resource and irrigation, office of agricultural, and natural resource, and different published materials. Discharge measurement was done in the canal network to determine the water delivery performance indicators such as conveyance efficiency, relative water supply, and relative irrigation supply of the schemes. The selected physical, financial and agricultural indicators were also used to assess the performance and identify the current status of the schemes.

Author : Fitsum Hagos,Makombe, Godswill,Namara, Regassa E.,Awulachew, Seleshi Bekele
Publisher : IWMI
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Irrigation farming
ISBN : 9789290907015

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Importance of irrigated agriculture to the Ethiopian economy: capturing the direct net benefits of irrigation by Fitsum Hagos,Makombe, Godswill,Namara, Regassa E.,Awulachew, Seleshi Bekele Pdf

Irrigation development has been identified as a means to stimulate economic growth and rural development in Ethiopia. However, little attempt has been made to quantify the contribution of irrigation to national income. Using data from selected irrigation schemes, representing small, medium and large-scale schemes of modern or traditional typologies; the present coverage and planned growth of irrigation, actual and expected contributions of irrigation to the national economy were quantified following the approach of adjusted gross margin analysis. Our results show that irrigation yields 219.7% higher income compared to the rainfed system while its current and future contribution to agricultural GDP is estimated to be about 5.7 and 12% although irrigation covers about 5 and 9% of the total cultivated land area, respectively.

Author : ElDidi, Hagar,Zhang, Wei,Gelaw, Fekadu,De Petris, Caterina,Blackmore, Ivy,Teka, Natnael,Yimam, Seid,Mekonnen, Dawit Kelemework,Ringler, Claudia,Meinzen-Dick, Ruth Suseela
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 39 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Getting ahead of the game: Experiential learning for groundwater governance in Ethiopia by ElDidi, Hagar,Zhang, Wei,Gelaw, Fekadu,De Petris, Caterina,Blackmore, Ivy,Teka, Natnael,Yimam, Seid,Mekonnen, Dawit Kelemework,Ringler, Claudia,Meinzen-Dick, Ruth Suseela Pdf

The goal of this study is to assess the potential of game-based experiential learning in raising awareness and stimulating discussions about groundwater resource systems, the social dilemma in groundwater management, and the need for institutional arrangements (rules) governing this shared resource, as well as whether such awareness and community discussions lead to actual change in groundwater governance in Ethiopia. Groundwater management is highly complex, with many users sharing the same resource often without realizing their interconnectedness. Behavioral experiments (games) that simulate real-life common-pool resource use have shown promise as an experiential learning tool for improving resource governance. This study pilots an experiential learning intervention in Ethiopia using a groundwater game to help raise awareness of groundwater over-extraction and improve understanding of the importance of collective action in governance. The Meki River catchment in rural Ethiopia is a unique context where small-scale irrigation is expanding, but over extraction and competition over groundwater have not yet reached alarming levels. The groundwater game, adapted from Meinzen-Dick et al. (2016 and 2018), was played in 15 villages, accompanied by community-wide debriefing discussions in each village after the game to reflect on the process and lessons learned, and to stimulate discussions around groundwater governance. We carried out participant surveys to capture individual mental models regarding groundwater use and management, as well as any immediate learning effects. Focus group discussions were held in each village prior to the intervention to establish a baseline and again six months after the intervention to assess possible lasting effects. The findings indicate cognitive, normative and relational learning, including increased understanding of groundwater dynamics (such as the joint effect of diverse water uses and users), the importance of collective action in resource management, and the benefits of communication. We find gendered differences in decision-making about resource extraction in the game and evolvement of group-level resource management across no-communication, communication, and rule-making rounds of the game. We discuss community-wide learning and institutions-building, and considerations for future intervention designs. We recommend embedding experiential learning, facilitated by local extension officers or other community engagement practitioners, in intervention packages that include both technical assistance on water-conserving technologies and management approaches and support in building communities’ institutional capacity.