Institutional changes to reduce land preparation delay in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka
Institutional changes to reduce land preparation delay in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka

Author: Ronald Loeve,

Publisher: IWMI

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13: 9290905492

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Many irrigation systems in the dry zone of Sri Lanka have water shortage problems. In spite of the fact that water shortage is a problem, water consumption is very high during land preparation which takes prolonged periods of time. This paper analyzes the impact of institutional interventions on efficient water management, especially during the land preparation period, based on research conducted in Huruluwewa, Rajangana, Nuwarawewa and Minneriya irrigation schemes in maha season (wet season which is from October to mid January) 2001/2002. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the factors behind prolonged periods of land preparation so that system managers and farmer communities can develop appropriate interventions to reduce water consumption during this period.

Effectiveness of nongovernment organizations in developing local irrigation organizations: A case study from Sri Lanka
Effectiveness of nongovernment organizations in developing local irrigation organizations: A case study from Sri Lanka

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Publisher: IWMI

Published:

Total Pages: 113

ISBN-13: 929090304X

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This paper reports on a detailed sociological study carried out as the NGO (or change agent) was completing three-year projects in two sites, Nagadeepa and Pimburettewa. The study describes the change agent's strategy, and analyzes its impact and the perceptions of farmers and government officials regarding its impact. The case study is placed in a wider context, in terms of both the participatory management policy of the Government of Sri Lanka, and the lessons learned that are relevant for NGOs working in other countries as well.

Water Scarcity and Managing Seasonal Water Crisis
Water Scarcity and Managing Seasonal Water Crisis

Author: R. Sakthivadivel

Publisher: IWMI

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 38

ISBN-13: 9290904445

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Coping with scarcity of water supply for managing irrigation under uncertain and inadequate conditions has become part and parcel of many irrigation systems in the semiarid tropics of Asia. Based on a case study of the Kirindi Oya Irrigation and Settlement Project (KOISP) in southern Sri Lanka, this report provides evidence of the uncertain and inadequate inflow into the reservoir and its impact on the seasonal planning.

Expanding the Frontiers of Irrigation Management Research
Expanding the Frontiers of Irrigation Management Research

Author: Douglas J. Merrey

Publisher: IWMI

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 9290903465

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Research results: performances assessment; Research results: design and operation of irrigation systems; Research results: policy, institutions, and management; Research results: health and environment; Training and institutional strengthening; Conclusions: outputs, impacts, and future directions.