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
Project Grant Agreement Between the Republic of Cape Verde and the United States of America for Irrigation Investigations and Training (Tarrafal Region)
Published:
March 1, 1977U.S. Agency for International Development
The project, which is further described in Annex 1, will consist of investigations of the availability and method of utilization of ground and surface water in the Tarrafal region of Sao Tiago Island, preliminary to establishing an expanded integrated irrigation system.Read more
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Cabo Verde, Sub-Saharan AfricaIrrigation in the Dominican Republic, Trip Report
Published:
January 1, 1977U.S. Agency for International Development
Theses notes are based on field tours, literature review, and discussions while on TDY in the Dominican Republic during September 26 - October 7, 1977. Field trips were made to the irrigated areas of San Juan de la Maguana, Bani, Yaque del Norte, and Yuna-Cuma.Read more
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Dominican Republic, Latin America and the CaribbeanProject Paper Factsheet - Inland Fisheries Development
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January 1, 1977U.S. Agency for International Development
A proposal to create within the Government of Jamaica the institutional capacity and technical expertise to design and implement an inland fisheries program involving applied research, experimentation and an inland fisheries extension program.Read more
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Jamaica, Latin America and the CaribbeanProject Paper: Peru Fresh Water Fisheries Development
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January 1, 1977U.S. Agency for International Development
A project report on a pilot project in Peru that aimed to establish a viable model for increasing trout production in Peru.Read more
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Peru, Latin America and the CaribbeanAnnual Report for 1976 - Aquaculture
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January 1, 1977U.S. Agency for International Development
Aquaculture is becoming more important in developing countries as a means of providing larger quantities of protein needed for adequate diets and as an important contribution to economic growth. This report summarizes the activities of the International Center for Aquaculture during fiscal year...Read more
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East Asia and PacificProject Implementation Order/Technical Services: Fishing Cooperative Expansion
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October 1, 1976U.S. Agency for International Development
A project implementation order to execute a contract for approximately one man-month of technical assistance in fishing gear.Read more
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Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Sub-Saharan AfricaProject Recommendation - Inland Fisheries Development
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March 1, 1976U.S. Agency for International Development
A proposal to extend the Inland Fisheries Development Project, urging the Government of Jamaica to consider how the impact of the project could be multiplied to reach a greater number of small farmers than the 260 discussed in the first proposal.Read more
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Jamaica, Latin America and the CaribbeanProject Implementation Order for Aquaculture Production Project
Published:
January 1, 1976U.S. Agency for International Development
This project agreement briefly explains the sector goal and project purpose for the Aquaculture Production Project and this course of action necessary for achieving the goal and purpose.Read more
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Philippines, East Asia and PacificExecutive Summary
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January 1, 1976U.S. Agency for International Development
The research objective was to breed the milkfish, Chanos chanos, in captivity and to raise the fry from the egg. In the first year, eight very mature fish were captured and deemed ready for final spawning inducement. One fish (with eggs 0.818 mm in diameter) hydrated and was partially ovulated by...Read more
Project Paper: Central Helmand Drainage and Irrigation Improvement
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February 1, 1975U.S. Agency for International Development
A project paper summarizing the drainage and irrigation improvement project in the Central Helmand of Afghanistan.Read more
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