Irrigation schemes provide organised infrastructure and water-management systems that enable farmers to produce crops throughout the year and improve agricultural productivity.
Key areas of focus include:
- Development and rehabilitation of irrigation schemes
- Operation and maintenance of irrigation infrastructure
- Efficient water distribution and management
- Support for farmer-managed irrigation schemes
- Strengthening irrigation scheme management institutions
- Promotion of diversified and high-value crop production
- Capacity building for irrigation scheme beneficiaries
- Promotion of proper operation and maintenance practices
- Technical support on irrigation technologies and water management
- Monitoring of scheme performance and irrigated agricultural production
Farmers and scheme management institutions are encouraged to participate in the operation and maintenance of irrigation infrastructure to ensure its continued functionality and sustainable use.