[PDF] Agriculture And Water Management eBook

Author : Prashant K. Srivastava
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 490 pages
File Size : 24,9 MB
Release : 2020-12-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0128123621

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Agricultural Water Management: Theories and Practices advances the scientific understanding, development and application of agricultural water management through an integrated approach. This book presents a collection of recent developments and applications of agricultural water management from advanced sources, such as satellite, mesoscale and climate models that are integrated with conceptual modeling systems. Users will find sections on drought, irrigation scheduling, weather forecasting, climate change, precipitation forecasting, and more. By linking these systems, this book provides the first resource to promote the synergistic and multidisciplinary activities of scientists in hydro-meteorological and agricultural sciences. As agricultural water management has gained considerable momentum in recent decades among the earth and environmental science communities as they seek solutions and an understanding of the concepts integral to agricultural water management, this book is an ideal resource for study and reference. Presents translational insights into drought, irrigation scheduling, weather forecasting, climate change and precipitation forecasting Advances the scientific understanding, development and application of agricultural water management Integrates geo-spatial techniques, agriculture, remote sensing, sustainable water resource development, applications and other diverse areas within earth and environmental, meteorological and hydrological sciences

Author : Chu T Hoanh
Publisher : CABI
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 10,49 MB
Release : 2015-12-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 1780643667

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The book provides an analysis of impacts of climate change on water for agriculture, and the adaptation strategies in water management to deal with these impacts. Chapters include an assessment at global level, with details on impacts in various countries. Adaptation measures including groundwater management, water storage, small and large scale irrigation to support agriculture and aquaculture are presented. Agricultural implications of sea level rise, as a subsequent impact of climate change, are also examined.

Author : Sara Finley
Publisher : CABI
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 40,67 MB
Release : 2016-07-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1780646860

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Water is critical to all human activities, but access to this crucial resource is increasingly limited by competition and the effects of climate change. In agriculture, water management is key to ensuring good and sustained crop yields, maintaining soil health, and safeguarding the long-term viability of the land. Water management is especially challenging on smallholder farms in resource-poor areas, which tend to be primarily rainfed and thus highly dependent on unreliable rainfall patterns. Sustainable practices can help farmers promote the development of soils, plants and field surfaces to allow maximum retention of water between rains, and encourage the efficient use of each drop of water applied as irrigation. Especially useful for farmers' groups, agricultural extension workers, NGOs, students and researchers working with farmers in dryland areas, this comprehensive yet concise book is a practical and accessible resource for anyone interested in sustainable water management.

Author : Premjit Sharma
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 MB
Release : 2008-10
Category : Water resources development
ISBN : 9788189729233

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Agricultural Water Management Is Not A Goal In Itself But Part Of A Process Of Resource Management That Provides A Key Input To Agricultural Production And Farmer Incomes. It Includes Irrigation And Drainage, Water Management In Rainfed Agriculture, Recycled Water Reuse, Water And Land Conservation, And Watershed Management. It Covers All Irrigated Agriculture, Whether Fed By Surface Water Or Groundwater, Including Both Public Schemes And Millions Of Private Individually Irrigated Farms, In A Wide Range Of Agro-Climatic Conditions, And In A Broad Set Of Production Systems And Water Management Contexts. This Book Highlights The Importance Of Agricultural Water Management And Describes The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Conventional And Innovative Systems For The Treatment And Disposal Of Agricultural Water. It Would Be A Useful Reference Tool For Policy Makers, Project Managers, Development Organisations, Researchers And Other Interest Groups Working For Effective Agricultural Water Management. Contents Chapter 1: Potentials Of Water In Agriculture; Chapter 2: On Farm Water Management; Chapter 3: Water Table Management; Chapter 4: Drainage Water Assessment; Chapter 5: Agricultural Water Reuse; Chapter 6: Capacity Assessment In Agricultural Water Management; Chapter 7: Drainage Water Management; Chapter 8: Economic Evaluation Of Agricultural Water Resources.

Author : Hossain Ali
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 563 pages
File Size : 36,61 MB
Release : 2011-01-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 144197637X

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The comprehensive and compact presentation in this book is the perfect format for a resource/textbook for undergraduate students in the areas of Agricultural Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, Bio-Science Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, and Civil & Environmental Engineering. This book will also serve as a reference manual for researchers and extension workers in such diverse fields as agricultural engineering, agronomy, ecology, hydrology, and meteorology.

Author : Hossain Ali
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 15,94 MB
Release : 2010-09-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1441963359

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Agriculture is one of the few industries that has been creating resources conti- ously from nature. Sustainability of this industry is a crucial issue at now-a-days. Agricultural technologies are important to feed the growing world population. Agricultural engineering has been applying scienti?c principles for the optimal use of natural resources in agricultural production for the bene?t of humankind. The role of agricultural engineering is increasing in the coming days at the forthcoming challenges of producing more food with less water coupled with climate uncertainty. I am happy to know that a book entitled "Fundamentals of Irrigation and On-farm Water Management", written by Engr. Dr. M. H. Ali, is going to be p- lished by Springer. The book is designed to cover the major ?elds of agricultural and environmental engineering such as weather, plant, soil, water, and basics of on-farm water management. The book will be quite useful for the students of agricultural engineering. Students of other related branches of engineering s- ences, and engineers working in the ?eld and at research institutes will also be beni?ted. The book may serve as a text book for the students and as a practical hand-book for the practitioners and researchers in the ?eld of irrigation and on-farm water management. Utilization of the recent literature in the area and citation of relevant journals / reports have added a special value to this book. Considering the topics covered, engineers, scientists, practitioners, and educators will ?nd this book as a valuable resource.

Author : Thomas Bournaris
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 15,9 MB
Release : 2014-08-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 148223839X

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This book includes a set of papers from distinguished scholars who critically examine economic issues relating to the relationship between water and agriculture, with a special focus on irrigation. Employing state of the art methodologies, they address the most relevant issues in water policy. The volume offers a wide spectrum of innovative approaches and original and relevant cases with a focus on irrigated European agriculture. The topics analyzed include qualitative and quantitative issues, water markets, demand analysis, economic analysis, implementation of economic issues.

Author : David Molden
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 930 pages
File Size : 25,89 MB
Release : 2013-07-23
Category : Law
ISBN : 1136548521

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Managing water resources is one of the most pressing challenges of our times - fundamental to how we feed 2 billion more people in coming decades, eliminate poverty, and reverse ecosystem degradation. This Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture, involving more than 700 leading specialists, evaluates current thinking on water and its interplay with agriculture to help chart the way forward. It offers actions for water management and water policy - to ensure more equitable and effective use. This assessment describes key water-food-environment trends that influence our lives today and uses scenarios to explore the consequences of a range of potential investments. It aims to inform investors and policymakers about water and food choices in light of such crucial influences as poverty, ecosystems, governance, and productivity. It covers rainfed agriculture, irrigation, groundwater, marginal-quality water, fisheries, livestock, rice, land, and river basins. Ample tables, graphs, and references make this an invaluable work for practitioners, academics, researchers, and policymakers in water management, agriculture, conservation, and development. Published with IWMI.