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

On - Farm Water Management Research in Chile: Efficient Use of Soil Moisture and Nitrogen for Increased Crop Production

Published: 
March 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
A project involving research and demonstration on modern concepts of irrigation management was conducted in the Aconcagua Province of Chile during three growing seasons, 1969 to 1972. The test crop was corn. Variables were soil moisture, nitrogen fertilizer, hybrid variety, and plant density. One...Read more
Regional focus: 
ChileLatin America and the Caribbean

Progress Report III on the Brazil Aquaculture Project

Published: 
January 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
This is the third semi-annual report concerning the activities of the Auburn University Contract. The document serves as a progress update for the Brazil Aquaculture Project.Read more
Regional focus: 
BrazilLatin America and the Caribbean

Artisanal Fisheries in Costa Rica

Published: 
January 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
A SHORT, DESCRIPTIVE REPORT COVERING THE PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE COSTA RICAN COAST; MARINE SPECIES UTILIZED; THE FISHERMEN; PRODUCTION; ARTISANAL FISHING METHODS; FISHING ORGANIZATIONS AND INSTITUTIONS; THE MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION SECTOR; PLANS, PROGRAMS, AND GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT; AND THE...Read more
Regional focus: 
Costa RicaLatin America and the Caribbean

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

Technical Assistance in Freshwater Fishery Development in Jamaica

Published: 
January 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
At the request of the Jamaican government, USAID/Jamaica provided for two weeks technical assistance in freshwater fisheries through the International Center for Aquaculture, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama. The main objectives were to make a survey of the freshwater fishery resources and...Read more
Regional focus: 
JamaicaLatin America and the Caribbean

Potential Trout Production and Management of Lakes in Central and Southern Peru

Published: 
January 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
In response to a request by the Government of Peru and under the sponsorship of USAID, a study was conducted from August 26 to September 20, 1974 on the trout fisheries of the central and southern mountain lakes of Peru. The objectives were to provide the Ministry of Fisheries with recommendations...Read more
Regional focus: 
PeruLatin America and the Caribbean

Trends in Irrigation and Drainage Research

Published: 
January 1, 1974
U.S. Agency for International Development
If 18% of the crop land in Class 1 to 5 farms in the United States is irrigated and produces 25% of the total value of agricultural production it would seem that increased production can easily come from increased area irrigated. However, water supplies are limited. A more extensive use of...Read more
Regional focus: 
Latin America and the Caribbean

Fish culture Extension Project: Brazil, July-Dec. 1973

Published: 
December 31, 1973
U.S. Agency for International Development
This report serves as a progress update for a project developing a self-sufficient extension service within the Directorate of Fisheries and Fishculture. Increased dissemination of scientific information and non-technical information through the local and regional news media reached local farmers...Read more
Regional focus: 
BrazilLatin America and the Caribbean

Progress Report I on the Brazil Aquaculture Project

Published: 
December 12, 1973
U.S. Agency for International Development
This first semi-annual report concerns the activities of the Auburn University Contract, Task Order No. 8, Contract AID/csd-2270, during the period June 16, 1972 through December 16, 1972. Chief of Party, Leonard Lovshin representing the International Center for Aquaculture, Auburn University,...Read more
Regional focus: 
BrazilLatin America and the Caribbean

Progress Report II on the Brazil Aquaculture Project

Published: 
December 1, 1973
U.S. Agency for International Development
This is the second semi-annual report concerning the activities of the Auburn University Contract, Task Order No. 8, Contract AID/csd-2270. Project objectives, status of project upon arrival and progress in the first six months of the contract can be found in the first semi-annual report submitted...Read more
Regional focus: 
BrazilLatin America and the Caribbean

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