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Title Transforming smallholder irrigation schemes in Africa
Full text http://hdl.handle.net/1885/307385; https://openresearch-repository.anu.edu.au/bitstream/1885/307385/3/Transforming%20smallholder%20irrigation%20schemes%20in%20Africa.pdf.jpg
Date 2018
Author(s) Pittock, Jamie; Ramshaw, Peter; Stirzaker, Richard; Bjornlund, Henning; de Sousa, Wilson; Kimaro, Emmanuel; Mdemu, Makarius; Moyo, Martin; van Rooyen, Andre; Ndema, Sithembile
Abstract Drawing on the results of the Transforming Irrigation in Southern Africa project, we assess positive transitions in smallholder irrigation schemes. The project's theory of change is evaluated. Soil monitoring tools and agricultural innovation platforms were introduced in five irrigation schemes in Mozambique, Tanzania and Zimbabwe. The synergies between these interventions increased both crop yields and profitability. This empowered farmers, improved equity, and accelerated social learning and innovation. The resulting, iterative cycles of change improved governance, sustainability and socio-economic outcomes. The challenges of scaling these interventions up and out are outlined. - This report was commisioned by Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
Language en_AU
Publisher Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
Type of publication Book
Format application/pdf
Rights © Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) 2018
Identifier 978-1-925746-28-0; 1031-8194
Repository Canberra - Australian National University
Added to C-A: 2023-11-27;10:33:27