Impact of Climate and Socio-Economic on Irrigation Water Management and Agricultural Water Productivity

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Agriculture accounts for 70% of global water consumption, underscoring the crucial role of efficient irrigation and sustainable water management in ensuring stable food production. Climate change, human activities, and socio-economic development are key factors influencing agricultural water management and agro-hydrological systems. This reprint provides a comprehensive exploration of water and food security challenges, covering topics such as advanced water-saving irrigation techniques, sustainable groundwater optimization, agricultural return flow analysis, environmental risk assessment, the impact of mining, vegetation sensitivities to drought, and regional agro-hydrological issues. Overall, this reprint highlights the importance of integrating innovative technologies and management practices to ensure water and food security under growing environmental and socio-economic pressures.