Ethiopia's food supply and economy in general is largely dependent on rain-fed agriculture.
Hence, irrigation development is vital to minimize the risk of crop failure and sustain …

Building on existing literature and the analysis of a portfolio of development projects (past
and under implementation), this paper reviews the evolution of water user associations …

In Ethiopia, soil fertility problem caused by acidity substantially limits agricultural productivity,
necessitating sustainable integrated nutrient management. This study assessed the effect of …

We present an evidence-based approach to identify how best to support development of
groundwater for small-scale irrigation in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). We argue that it is …

This paper characterizes and compares three types of small-scale irrigation scheme
practices in Northern Ethiopia. A multidisciplinary survey approach, collecting information on …

Tomato yield can be increased by the application of optimum water and fertilizer. A field
experiment was conducted in Efratana Gidim district, North Shewa, Amhara, Ethiopia, during …

Background Institutions can play a key role in coordinating how natural resources are
effectively managed and used without over-exploitation. Institutions are laws, policies, and …

Irrigation remains a critical input into farming and, therefore, it remains a proxy for food
security and poverty alleviation in developing countries. Despite their role in economic …

Irrigated agriculture has been practiced in Ethiopia for several centuries and performance of
scheme was poor due to inadequate irrigation water management practices. This study was …

Improving irrigation water productivity by promoting the economic value of water is an
essential strategy for sustainable water resource management. This study aims to evaluate …