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
Socioeconomic Issues in Irrigation Development and Distribution
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April 1, 1983U.S. Agency for International Development
Socioeconomic problems facing irrigation planners and managers are examined in this review of the literature on irrigation in India, Pakistan, Thailand, and Egypt. Focus is on three critical areas: water allocation; institutional arrangements for irrigation management; and investment alternatives...Read more
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Egypt, Arab Rep.Middle East and North AfricaIrrigation Practices Reported By EWUP Farm Record Keepers (Abyuha and Abu Raya Sites, 1979-1980 and 1980-1981)
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December 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
The purpose of this report is to show the area of land under irrigation on EWUP study case sites in Abyuha (EI-Minya Governorate) and Abu Raya (Kafr el-Sheikh Governorate). The data are divided into periods of 15 days. Working with the assumption of a winter closure period in the Delta running...Read more
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Egypt, Arab Rep.Middle East and North AfricaDevelopment of Fishing and Fisheries in Djibouti; Mid-Project Report
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August 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Reports on contractor progress 1/79-8/82 in a project to improve fish production, storage, and marketing in Djibouti. First year progress was so encouraging that an 18-month project extension and expansion was authorized in 9/81 and boat-building/repair and oyster culture activities were added...Read more
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DjiboutiMiddle East and North AfricaFeasibility Studies and Evaluation of Irrigation Projects: Procedures for Analyzing Alternative Water Distribution Systems in Egypt
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July 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
A host of opportunities is currently available for rebuilding Egypt's existing irrigation system and developing new systems. This report outlines a methodology for comparing various irrigation water distribution systems prior to implementing an irrigation program. Following a brief discussion...Read more
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Egypt, Arab Rep.Middle East and North AfricaAudit Report on Problems in Implementing the Aquaculture Development Project in Egypt
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June 24, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Evaluates project to increase Egypt's fish farming capacity. Audit report covers the period 9/78-3/82 and is based on document review, site visits, and interviews with contractor, USAID/E, and Government of Egypt (GOE) personnel. The project is about 2 years behind schedule, due mainly to...Read more
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Egypt, Arab Rep.Middle East and North AfricaOmani-American Joint Commission for Economic and Technical Cooperation: Fisheries Development Project
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December 21, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
The Fisheries Development Project is a joint undertaking of the Omani-American Joint Commission and Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries to address major constraints to the further development of fisheries by providing technical assistance and training to develop the institutional capacity of the...Read more
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Middle East and North AfricaDrainage and Irrigation Recommendations for EMCIP Project Areas; Technical Report
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August 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
This report includes an evaluation and recommendations for drainage improvements and irrigation methods at four project areas.Read more
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Egypt, Arab Rep.Middle East and North AfricaAmendment Project Grant Agreement Between the Republic of Djibouti and the Use for Fisheries Development Project
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June 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
The purpose of this amendment is to extend the project through August 1983, and to provide increased funding to cover additional technical services and commodities to attain the project objectives.Read more
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DjiboutiMiddle East and North AfricaEvaluation of the Fisheries Sector in Oman
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June 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
No reliable data exist on the size of Oman's fish catch -- estimates vary from 46,000 to 200,000 metric tons. This and other problems that the Omani Government (OG) must overcome to successfully promote fishing as a source of food and income for its citizens are the subject of this report...Read more
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Middle East and North AfricaReport of the Egyptian Irrigation Management Systems By the USAID Design Team: Manpower Development and Training
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May 9, 1981U.S. Agency for International DevelopmentCH2M HILL
A design is presented for a Manpower Development and Training Program (MDTP), part of a proposed A.I.D. project (Irrigation Systems Management) to upgrade the institutional capabilities of Egypt's Ministry of Irrigation (MOI). The design team recommends that the MOI meet short-term needs for...Read more
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