Water Management, Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture in Developing Economies

Name: Water Management, Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture in Developing Economies
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ISBN: 9780415624077

ISBN-10: 041562407X

ISBN-13: 9780415624077

Edition: 2013

Authors: M. Dinesh Kumar, M. V. K. Sivamohan, Nitin Bassi

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This book addresses strategies for food security and sustainable agriculture in India, a fast developing economy, whose natural resource base comprising land and water supporting agricultural production are not only under enormous stress, but also complex and not amenable to a uniform strategy. It critically reviews issues which continue to dominate the debate on water management for agricultural and food production. First of all, it examines the validity of the claim that large water resources projects cause serious social and environmental damages using global and national datasets. It then explores the potential of these systems for tackling groundwater mining, sustaining well…

Book details

List price: $130.00
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Publication date: 9/26/2012
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 236
Size: 6.46" wide x 9.29" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.254
Language: English




Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture in Developing Economies: The Water Challenge




Key Issues in Indian Irrigation




Food Security Challenges in India: Exploring the Nexus between Water, Land and Agricultural Production




Redefining the Objectives and Criteria for Evaluation of Large Storages in Developing Economies




Sector Reforms and Efficiency Improvement: Pointers for Canal Irrigation Management




Rebuilding Traditional Water Harnessing Systems for Livelihood Enhancement in Arid, Western Rajasthan




Hydrological and Farming System Impacts of Agricultural Water Management Interventions in North Gujarat, India




Technology Choices and Institutions for Improving Economic and Livelihood Benefits from Multiple Uses Tanks in Western Orissa




Future Strategies for Agricultural Growth in India




Investment Strategies and Technology Options for Sustainable Agriculture Development in Asia: Challenges in Emerging Context




Water Management for Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture: Strategic Lessons for Developing Economies



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