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Review Article
Central Asian and Northern Cyprus Water Desalination Experience
Maxim Leman*
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 3, September 2024
Pages:
48-53
Received:
19 April 2024
Accepted:
6 May 2024
Published:
6 September 2024
Abstract: Water supply in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus, presents a significant challenge, warranting detailed examination of the region's water management practices. Drawing parallels with the desalination experiences in Central Asia and Northern Cyprus, this manuscript explores the intricate relationship between water infrastructure and the multifaceted challenges faced during young researchers experience exchange internship between Kazakhstan and Northern Cyprus. Through a comprehensive analysis of water desalination experiences and the evolution of water supply facilities in both regions, this study provides insights into effective water usage. Central Asia and Northern Cyprus share similar climate conditions and challenges in water management, thus serving as valuable case studies for understanding optimal water resource utilization. This paper emphasizes the significance of adopting a comprehensive approach to address the complexities of water supply. Current research underscores the importance of sustainable practices and innovative solutions in ensuring water security, particularly in the face of climate change. Sharing knowledge and experiences is crucial for addressing the challenges posed by climate change and ensuring the resilience of water management systems. Key terms such as water desalination, water management in Cyprus, and water issues in Central Asia are meticulously explored, offering valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners in the field of water resource management.
Abstract: Water supply in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus, presents a significant challenge, warranting detailed examination of the region's water management practices. Drawing parallels with the desalination experiences in Central Asia and Northern Cyprus, this manuscript explores the intricate relationship between water infrastructure and the multifaceted chall...
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Research Article
Water Requirement and Irrigation Scheduling of Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) by Using CROPWAT 8.0 at Welmera District, Central Highland of Ethiopia
Nigusie Abebe*,
Mohammed Temam
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 3, September 2024
Pages:
54-63
Received:
20 July 2024
Accepted:
22 August 2024
Published:
6 September 2024
Abstract: In Welmera district, due to poor management of irrigation water, determination of crop water requirements and appropriate irrigation scheduling is important to prevent over or under-irrigation. The 30-year climatic data (1993- 2023) collected from Holeta Agricultural Research Center were used to estimate potato water requirements and irrigation scheduling using CROPWAT 8.0 model. The results shows that, the CWR, NIR and GIR for potato crop was 444.9 mm, 371.7 mm and 619.5 mm respectively. For the early January planted potato, irrigation should be given fourteen times (1-Jan, 9-Jan, 19-Jan, 29-Jan, 5-Feb, 12-Feb, 19-Feb, 26-Feb, 5-Mar, 11-Mar, 19- Mar, 26-Mar, 31-Mar and last irrigation on 10-Apr) with a gross irrigation water amount of 24.2 mm, 19.9 mm, 23.3 mm, 24.2 mm, 26.9 mm, 35.5mm, 38 mm, 43.5 mm, 43.4 mm, 40.8 mm, 41.9 mm, 39.5 mm, 40.2 mm and 42.9 mm depth respectively. The results obtained from this study can be useful in preventing over or under-irrigation and for future planning of water resource, thereby helping to save water in meeting the CWRs, and can be used as a guide for farmers to select the amount and frequency of irrigation for the crop being studied.
Abstract: In Welmera district, due to poor management of irrigation water, determination of crop water requirements and appropriate irrigation scheduling is important to prevent over or under-irrigation. The 30-year climatic data (1993- 2023) collected from Holeta Agricultural Research Center were used to estimate potato water requirements and irrigation sch...
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Research Article
Performance Evaluation of Woybo Irrigation Scheme: Wolaita Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Serawit Gensa*,
Abraham Woldemichael,
Moltot Zewdie
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 3, September 2024
Pages:
64-73
Received:
15 March 2024
Accepted:
8 April 2024
Published:
20 September 2024
Abstract: Performance evaluation of irrigation scheme is vital for realizing the present status and identifying the area for improvement. The study was conducted in Woybo irrigation scheme which is located in Boloso Sore district, Wolaita zone, Southern Ethiopia. This study was aimed to evaluate the performance of Woybo irrigation scheme with internal performance indicators. A total of nine demonstrating farmers' fields were selected from three canal reaches (head, middle, and tail) through purposive sampling. Primary and secondary data were collected, recorded, and analyzed. To measure the water applied to each experimental field, Parshall flume was installed, and soil samples were taken to determine soil texture, field capacity, permanent wilting point, and soil moisture content before and after each irrigation event at regular soil depth intervals. The results revealed that the mean conveyance efficiency was 60.85% and the application efficiency was 48.53%. Water distribution uniformity, deep percolation, and storage efficiencies were 84.56%, 51.47%, and 85.22%, respectively. However, the overall irrigation efficiency was found to be 29.53%, which was poorly performed due to inadequate water application, ineffective field water management, and low efficiency in water delivery systems. The main factors contributing to the poor water delivery performance included failures in water regulating gates, leakages, and siltation of canals. To address these problems, recommendations are made such as improvements in water application techniques should be implemented, through proper irrigation scheduling, water conservation practices, surge irrigation techniques, and providing extension support, training, and experience sharing. Additionally, maintenance and lining of earthen canals are necessary, along with the replacement and repair of leakages and broken water regulating and controlling structures. These measures can help to upgrade water delivery efficiency and improve the overall performance of the irrigation scheme.
Abstract: Performance evaluation of irrigation scheme is vital for realizing the present status and identifying the area for improvement. The study was conducted in Woybo irrigation scheme which is located in Boloso Sore district, Wolaita zone, Southern Ethiopia. This study was aimed to evaluate the performance of Woybo irrigation scheme with internal perfor...
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