Productivity and Efficiency
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, water efficiency is the smart use of our water resources through water-saving technologies and simple steps. Using water efficiently will help ensure reliable water supplies today and for future generations. Topics addressed in this theme provide insights, lessons, and guidance on how diverse stakeholders are working to improve water management and reduce water use.
Productivity and Efficiency Resources
Final Report: Batujai Kiri Irrigation Project Environmental Assessment
Published:
December 1, 1990U.S. Agency for International Development
The major objective of this environmental assessment is to inquire whether there are any probable major negative impacts of this irrigation project on the environment. This report also assesses possible negative impacts of the environment on the function and efficiency of the project. Once harmful...Read more
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Indonesia, East Asia and PacificReport on AID Grant to the South Pacific Commission
Published:
September 1, 1990U.S. Agency for International Development
A grant proposal and report that was made to the South Pacific Commission to be used for the support of the SPC Tuna and Billfish Assessment Program.Read more
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East Asia and PacificAnnual Report: Production of B-Carotene and Other Carotenoids By the Alga Dunaliella and Their Use as a Source of Vitamin a and Pigments in Aquatic Organisms -- August 29, 1989-August 28, 1990
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August 1, 1990U.S. Agency for International Development
In the present first year study we grew D. bardawilin outdoor miniponds, harvested the algae by centrifugation and lyophilized the paste to a dry Beta-carotene-rich powder. In parallel, attempts were made to extract the Beta-carotene from the algae and partially purify the 9-cis stereoisomer. The...Read more
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Thailand, East Asia and PacificProject Completion Report of the Mae Nam Prachantakham Irrigation Project
Published:
April 1, 1989U.S. Agency for International Development
In order to expand paddy production, several measures have
been undertaken including the introduction of high yielding
varieties of paddy seeds, introduction of modern technology . and expanding the areas under irrigation. The major component of the project works consists of the construction of a...Read more
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Thailand, East Asia and PacificSpawning Induction and Pond Culture of the Spotted scat (Scatophagus argus Linnaeus) in the Philippines: Final Report
Published:
January 1, 1988U.S. Agency for International Development
The primary objectives of our PSTC project were to determine the feasibility of culturing scat in brackishwater ponds, and to develop standardized techniques for its propagation. To achieve these objectives, we conducted experiments designed to 1) establish suitable pond growout strategies for scat...Read more
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Philippines, East Asia and PacificGrant to Implement "The Impounding-Net System as a Method of Fish Rearing in Lake Toba, North Sumatra"
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September 1, 1987U.S. Agency for International Development
Grant is provided under the PVO Co-Financing II project (4970336) to Yayasan Indonesia Sejahtera (YIS) to introduce a program of appropriate technology to increase fish yields at Lake Toba, in North Sumatra. YIS, working with a sub grantee, Lembaga Studi Pemgembangan Wilayah (LSPW), will install...Read more
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Indonesia, East Asia and PacificReport: Identification of Potential Freshwater Aquaculture in Kalimantan
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December 1, 1985U.S. Agency for International Development
The main aspects that hinder the development of aquaculture in most provinces are due to lack of seed available and lack of knowledge in feeding practices and fish culture technique.Read more
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Indonesia, East Asia and PacificStrengthening of South East Asian Aquaculture Institutions: a Progress Report, 1 July - 31 December 1984
Published:
December 1, 1985U.S. Agency for International Development
This progress report provides an update on a project strengthening of South East Asian aquaculture institutions.Read more
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Thailand, East Asia and PacificProject Loan Agreement between the Republic of Indonesia and the United States of America for Small Scale Irrigation Management
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August 1, 1985U.S. Agency for International Development
The project loan agreement between Indonesia and the United States for small scale irrigation management. Read more
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Indonesia, East Asia and PacificProgress Report of Activities, USAID/Asia 492-1726: a Program to Promote Appropriate Education, Small Business Development, Rural Development, Peace Corps Fisheries, and Women in Development Activities in Papua, New Guinea
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June 30, 1984U.S. Agency for International Development
Under this grant FSP provided financial assistance mainly to one project under the SPATF organization, the Hanuatek Small Industries Centre.Read more
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