As solar panels become more a ordable, solar photovoltaic (PV) pumps have been identi ed as a high potential water lifting technology to meet the growing irrigation demand in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, little is known aboutthegeo-spatial potentialofsolarbasedPVpumpingforirrigationtakingin...
Schmitter, Petra
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Kibret, K.S.
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Lefore, Nicole
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Barron, Jennie
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[Suitability mapping framework for solar photovoltaic pumps for smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa]
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Suitability mapping framework for solar photovoltaic pumps for smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa
This report outlines a business model approach to assessing the feasibility and for encouraging investment in smallholder solar pump irrigation. It also proposes a new methodology for mapping the suitability of solar energy-based irrigation pumps. The proposed business model framework and the met...
Otoo, Miriam
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Lefore, Nicole
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Schmitter, Petra
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Barron, Jennie
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Gebregziabher, Gebrehaweria
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[Business model scenarios and suitability: smallholder solar pump-based irrigation in Ethiopia. Agricultural Water Management – Making a Business Case for Smallholders]
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Business model scenarios and suitability: smallholder solar pump-based irrigation in Ethiopia. Agricultural Water Management – Making a Business Case for Smallholders
Although most recharge estimation studies apply multiple methods to identify the possible range in recharge values, many do not distinguish clearly enough between inherent uncertainty of the methods and other factors affecting the results. We investigated the additional value that can be gained f...
Walker, D.
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Parkin, G.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Gowing, J.
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Tilahun, S.A.
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Haile, Alemseged T.
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Yimam, A.Y.
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[Insights from a multi-method recharge estimation comparison study]
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Insights from a multi-method recharge estimation comparison study
Recently there are signs of water quality impairment in Lake Tana, the largest fresh water in Ethiopia. The lake is the growth corridor of the government and supports millions of livelihood around. In order to sustain the benefit and maintain the ecosystem of the lake, the lake health has to be k...
Moges, M.A.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Tilahun, S.A.
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Ayana, Essayas K.
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Ketema, A.A.
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Nigussie, T.E.
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Steenhuis, Tammo S.
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[Water Quality Assessment by Measuring and Using Landsat 7 ETM+ Images for the Current and Previous Trend Perspective: Lake Tana Ethiopia]
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Water Quality Assessment by Measuring and Using Landsat 7 ETM+ Images for the Current and Previous Trend Perspective: Lake Tana Ethiopia
Long term use of Maresha plow, a conventional plow pulled by oxen, has resulted in the formation of a restrictive layer thereby limiting water movement and aeration as well as root zone penetration in the soil profile. Several studies have shown that improved tillage practices can positively affe...
Muche, H.
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Abdela, M.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Schmitter, Petra
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Nakawuka, Prossie
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Tilahun, S. A.
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Steenhuis, Tammo S.
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Langan, Simon
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[Application of deep tillage and Berken Maresha for hardpan sites to improve infiltration and crop productivity [Abstract only]]
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Application of deep tillage and Berken Maresha for hardpan sites to improve infiltration and crop productivity [Abstract only]
Whilst irrigation schemes and technologies are extensively promoted in Africa, proper water management guidance for farmers is often lacking. Improper on-farm irrigation management practices lead to poor water distribution, non-uniform crop growth, and disputes in irrigation schemes due to unequa...
Taye, B. M.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Tilahun, Seifu A.
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[Evaluating crop yield and water productivity of onion and potato through the use of wetting front detectors by water user associations in Koga irrigation Scheme, Ethiopia]
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Evaluating crop yield and water productivity of onion and potato through the use of wetting front detectors by water user associations in Koga irrigation Scheme, Ethiopia
Whilst irrigation schemes and technologies are extensively promoted in Africa, proper water management guidance for farmers is often lacking. Improper on-farm irrigation management practices lead to poor water distribution, non-uniform crop growth, and disputes in irrigation schemes due to unequa...
Taye, B. M.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Tilahun, Seifu A.
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[Evaluating crop yield and water productivity of onion and potato through the use of wetting front detectors by water user associations in Koga irrigation Scheme, Ethiopia]
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Evaluating crop yield and water productivity of onion and potato through the use of wetting front detectors by water user associations in Koga irrigation Scheme, Ethiopia
Endrie, B.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Haileslassie, Amare
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Desalegn, Y.
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Chali, A.
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Tilahun, S.
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Barron, Jennie
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[Feeding hungry and thirsty soils increases yield and protects the environment: some results of a Wetting Front Detectors (WFD) experiment in LIVES]
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Feeding hungry and thirsty soils increases yield and protects the environment: some results of a Wetting Front Detectors (WFD) experiment in LIVES
Gebregziabher, Gebrehaweria
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Haileslassie, Amare
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Biazin, B.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Chali, A.
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Otoo, Miriam
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Lefore, Nicole
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Barron, Jennie
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Tegegne, Desalegn
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Dubale, T.
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[Solar-powered water pumping can boost smallholder income: a business model based on action research from LIVES [Livestock and Irrigation Value Chains for Ethiopian Smallholders] and Africa RISING [Research in Sustainable Intensification for the Next Generation] sites]
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Solar-powered water pumping can boost smallholder income: a business model based on action research from LIVES [Livestock and Irrigation Value Chains for Ethiopian Smallholders] and Africa RISING [Research in Sustainable Intensification for the Next Generation] sites
The vast majority of farmers in sub-Saharan Africa depend on rainfed agriculture for food production and livelihood. Various factors including but not limited to rainfall variability, land degradation, and low soil fertility constrain agricultural productivity in the region. The objectives of thi...
Worqlul, A.W.
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Dile, Y.T.
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Schmitter, Petra
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Jeong, J.
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Meki, M.N.
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Gerik, T.J.
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Srinivasan, R.
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Lefore, Nicole
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[Water resource assessment, gaps, and constraints of vegetable production in Robit and Dangishta watersheds, Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia]
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Water resource assessment, gaps, and constraints of vegetable production in Robit and Dangishta watersheds, Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia