Capacity development for solar-powered irrigation
If used effectively, solar-powered irrigation systems can lead to an increase in agricultural productivity. This holds great promise for food
security. For instance, today only six per cent
of agricultural land in sub-Saharan Africa is irrigated, which can mean dramatic crop losses in periods of drought. According to the UN
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), irrigation holds the potential to increase the harvest of some of the main crops on the continent by an estimated 100 to 400 per cent. Yet, this potential is not simply realised by setting up a solar pump, it requires expertise in the design, installation and maintenance as well
as knowledge of efficient water use, sustainable management of water resources and input management…
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