Evaluating Irrigation System Performance with Measures of Irrigation Efficiencies

Abstract

"In many developing countries huge investments in irrigation have been made over the past three decades. These investments, in conjunction with new agricultural technology in the form of fertiliser-responsive varieties, have helped fuel significant increases in agricultural production over this period of time. Even so, a widespread perception exists that irrigation projects typically perform far below their potential. This has led to many operational interventions and research activities designed to diagnose problems and remedy deficiencies."