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

Title XII Collaborative Research Support Program, Pond Dynamics/Aquaculture: First Annual Administrative Report

Published: 
December 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report summarizes the first operational year of the Collaborative Research Support Program in Pond Dynamics and Aquaculture which focuses on Southeast Asia and Latin America and pursues a cohesive program of collaborative research to be carried out in less developed countries.Read more
Regional focus: 
South East Asia

Final Evaluation of the Freshwater Fisheries Development Project

Published: 
November 25, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
Evaluates project to establish a Freshwater Fish Hatchery and Extension Training Center in Central Luzon, the Philippines. Final external evaluation covers the period 11/79-11/83 and is based on site visits and interviews with USAID/P and project personnel and with beneficiaries. This well-...Read more
Regional focus: 
PhilippinesEast Asia and Pacific

Midterm Evaluation of Semi-Arid Tropics Crops Research: Phase Ii, ICRISAT/Mali

Published: 
November 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
ICRISAT/Mali has played a steadily expanding role in applied sorghum and millet breeding and related dryland farming agronomy in Mali since 1976. This mid-term evaluation effort has focused specifically on the past two-and-one-half years of this effort under current Phase II USAID bilateral...Read more
Regional focus: 
MaliSub-Saharan Africa

Report of the FAO/UNCTC/CECAF Regional Training Workshop on Joint Ventures and Other Commercial Arrangements in Fisheries

Published: 
November 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
Proceedings of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations Regional Training Workshop on Joint Ventures .Read more
Regional focus: 
MoroccoMiddle East and North Africa

Water Management for Small Farms: A Training Manual for Farmers in Hill Areas, Instructor's Guide

Published: 
November 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
This booklet is not a detailed guide for hands-on training. It merely suggests the types of exercises that the instructor can use to help the student (farmer or technician) learn the applicable irrigation principles and practices presented in its companion training manual, Water Management for...Read more

Diagnostic Analysis of Five Deep Tubewell Irrigation Systems in Joydebpur, Bangladesh

Published: 
October 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentColorado State University
The major objective of this field oriented training program was to provide the participants with an understanding of the interdisciplinary method of investing existing irrigation systems. This program involved 26 professionals from the fields of irrigation engineering, agronomy, sociology and...Read more
Regional focus: 
South East Asia

Pilot Flake -Ice Plant (Contract No. Na-82-Fa-C-00030): Small Scale Fisheries Development Project, Meringa, Indonesia

Published: 
October 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical assistance was provided in making a model fishery complex in the fishing village of Meringgai, Indonesia. Statistical information was collected on fish production and marketing. An 8-ton per 24 hours turbo flake-ice plant was installed and put into operation. The capacity of the plant...Read more
Regional focus: 
IndonesiaEast Asia and Pacific

USAID/Haiti Evaluation of the Irrigation Component of the Integrated Agricultural Development Project

Published: 
September 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
Evaluates irrigation component of a project to strengthen the Irrigation Service of Haiti's Ministry of Agriculture (MOA). Special evaluation covers the period to 8/83 and is based on document review, site visits, and interviews with farmers and with USAID/H, MOA, Ministry of Planning (MOP),...Read more
Regional focus: 
HaitiLatin America and the Caribbean

Principles & Practices of Pond Aquaculture

Published: 
September 1, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
Current knowledge of pond aquaculture is herein reviewed in 18 papers. Part I reviews the history of aquaculture development activities by U.S. Government agencies and the Peace Corps' involvement in freshwater aquaculture. Part II examines biological principles of pond culture with respect...Read more
Regional focus: 
United StatesNorth America

Irrigation Assistance to Developing Countries Should Require Stronger Commitments to Operation and Maintenance

Published: 
August 29, 1983
U.S. Agency for International Development
Effective operation and maintenance requires a commitment by both the aid recipient and the donor. GAO found several problems affecting the performance of irrigation systems in each country visited, which raises questions concerning the level of capability and commitment that actually exists.Read more
Regional focus: 
East Asia and Pacific

Don't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.