Irrigated Forestry in Arid and Semi-arid Lands

Irrigated Forestry in Arid and Semi-arid Lands

Author: F. B. Armitage

Publisher: Ottawa, Ont. : International Development Research Centre

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13:

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The arid zone environment. Irrigated forest plantation experience. Irrigation systems. Development of irrigated plantations. Implementation and production. Economics of irrigated plantations.


Report on the Lands of the Arid Region of the United States

Report on the Lands of the Arid Region of the United States

Author: John Wesley Powell

Publisher: Franklin Classics Trade Press

Published: 2018-10-18

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 9780343705398

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


Handbook of Irrigation System Selection for Semi-Arid Regions

Handbook of Irrigation System Selection for Semi-Arid Regions

Author: Mohammad Albaji

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2020-07-22

Total Pages: 317

ISBN-13: 1000090841

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The Handbook of Irrigation System Selection for Semi-Arid Regions compares the various types of available irrigation systems for different regions and conditions, and explains how to analyze field data to determine the suitability of the land for surface, sprinkle, or drip irrigation systems. The book focuses on strategies for irrigation development and management and examines deficit irrigation and partial root-zone drying systems. Also, solute leaching modeling under different irrigation systems, soil moisture conditions, and organic fertilizer application in arid areas are discussed. Further, it examines multi-criteria decision making for irrigation management and the appraisal of agricultural lands for irrigation in hot, sub-humid regions. Features: Presents comparative analysis to aid in the selection of the most appropriate types of irrigation systems according to land characteristics. Includes numerous practical case studies. Offers parametric evaluation systems for irrigation purposes. Considers data from semi-arid zones, each with different sub-climates. Focusing on semi-arid land, the book highlights parametric evaluation systems for irrigation purposes, along with the use of analytical hierarchy processes integrated with GIS to determine which systems are best suited. This comprehensive and well-illustrated handbook will be of great interest to students, professionals, and researchers involved with all aspects of irrigation in semi-arid regions.


Trees and water: smallholder agroforestry on irrigated lands in Northern India

Trees and water: smallholder agroforestry on irrigated lands in Northern India

Author: Zomer, Robert J., Bossio, Deborah A., Trabucco, Antonio, Yuanjie, Li, Gupta, Diwan C., Singh, Virendra P.

Publisher: IWMI

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 9290906855

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Trees are increasingly grown on-farm to supply wood and biomass needs within developing countries. Over the last several decades, within the irrigated rice-wheat growing lands of northern India, fast-growing poplar trees have been planted on tens of thousands of small farms. Recent debate regarding afforestation has raised the issue that water use is often increased when trees are planted. This ongoing debate focuses primarily on afforestation or reforestation of upland and rain-fed agricultural areas, and off-site impacts such as reduced streamflow. Adoption of poplar agroforestry in northern India, in contrast, is occurring in areas where land and water are already intensively used and managed for agricultural production. This study based on farmer survey data, used remote sensing and spatial hydrological modeling to investigate the importance and role of the poplar trees within the agricultural landscape, and to estimate their water use. Overall, results illustrate a potential for addressing the increasing global demand for wood products with trees grown on-farm within irrigated agroforestry systems.


Soil and Water Conservation in Semi-arid Areas

Soil and Water Conservation in Semi-arid Areas

Author: Norman Hudson

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9789251026069

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The problems of agriculture in the semi-arid regions; Assessing the possibilities for improving agriculture; Soil conservation; Water conservation; Water harvesting and use; Applications of water conservation.


Dryland Forestry

Dryland Forestry

Author: Peter F. Ffolliott

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1994-12-13

Total Pages: 478

ISBN-13: 9780471548003

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Uses an innovative approach toward integrating biophysical and socioeconomical components into environmentally sound, sustainable forest management practices in dryland regions. Covers technical considerations in dryland forestry, agroforestry systems, rehabilitation of saline regions, investment and employment opportunities, forestry extension programs and much more.


Agroforestry in Irrigated Lands

Agroforestry in Irrigated Lands

Author: A. M. Stepanov

Publisher: M.D. Publications Pvt. Ltd.

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 9788185880129

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The book Agroforestry in Irrigated Lands by A.M. Stepanov investigates the impact of narrow shelterbelts on aerodynamic, agromeoterological factors and yields of farm crops. Soil conservation and hydrological role of shelterbelts as a factor of biological drainage and general improvement of reclamation conditions of irrigated lands, prevention of salinization and waterlogging are shown. Instructions are given to design and locate shelterbelts in irrigated areas, depending on irrigation methods and technology.