Agriculture

Globally, the agricultural sector consumes about 70% of the planet’s accessible freshwater. Because water is vital for the success of agriculture, proper water management techniques are necessary to meet food and fiber material demands around the world. Resources available here pay special attention to efficient irrigation and sustainable agriculture techniques.

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Agriculture Resources

Economic Analysis of Alternate Irrigation Methods in El Salvador

Published: 
January 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
Irrigation is a relatively new factor in agriculture in El Salvador. In the past, the crops have been mainly produced during the rainy season (May-October). Because of the ideal climate, with irrigation, crops can be produced year round, and with this intent, the Ministry of Agriculture, (...Read more
Regional focus: 
El SalvadorLatin America and the Caribbean

Sub-Irrigation in the Zapotitan Project

Published: 
October 1, 1971
U.S. Agency for International Development
Studies were made to determine the feasibility of Sub-Irrigation in the lower portions of the Zapotitan Valley. The report suggests sub-irrigation as a possibility for some of the areas within the valley.Read more
Regional focus: 
El SalvadorLatin America and the Caribbean

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