ISSN:
1573-0654
Keywords:
dambos
;
irrigation
;
wetlands
;
gardens
;
hydrology
;
erosion
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Fishery, Domestic Science, Nutrition
Notes:
Abstract Micro-scale irrigation on wetlands or dambos has been practised in Zimbabwe for over 100 years with, at present, an estimated 20,000 ha under cultivation in the communal areas. The results of recent research indicate that there is great potential for increasing the area and the intensity of such cultivation. The advantages of micro-scale irrigation are discussed and it is argued that this scale of irrigation should be considered when formulating policy and allocating resources for irrigation.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01145970
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