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

Irrigation Technology and Commercialization of Rice in the Gambia: Effects on Income and Nutrition

Published: 
August 1, 1989
U.S. Agency for International Development
The potential for improving household-level food security in sub-Saharan Africa through new agricultural technology is assessed in this report. The study focuses on a project in The Gambia which introduced mechanical pump irrigation and improved drainage for rain fed and tidal irrigation to some 7...Read more
Regional focus: 
Gambia, TheSub-Saharan Africa

Development of Irrigated Agriculture in Gambia: General Overview and Prospects, Proposals for a Second Program, 1980-1985

Published: 
October 1, 1979
U.S. Agency for International Development
A mission of experts examined the present status of irrigation and irrigated farming projects in Gambia with national officials, drafted an appraisal of the first program, analyzed prospects and compiled the necessary materials and data for the design of the second program. Specifically the mission...Read more
Regional focus: 
Gambia, TheSub-Saharan Africa

UN-Water Country Brief: The Gambia

Published: 
June 1, 2013
U.S. Department of State
A data-rich water national snapshot that serves as an easy reference of aggregated national information for decision makers.Read more
Regional focus: 
Gambia, The

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