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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Simple system with clay pots helps farmers bypass droughts in Parรก; see how it works

A simple and efficient irrigation system utilizing clay pots is aiding family farmers in southeastern Parรก to combat drought-related crop losses.

Mar 22 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Hard water in irrigation: causes, effects, and solutions for plants

The article discusses the challenges posed by hard water in peri-urban gardening, particularly focusing on its increasing salinity and its adverse effects on plant health.

Mar 21 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

Saudi Arabia changed the life of a desert valley located 50 kilometers from Mecca, which receives little rain per year, using a revolutionary system

Saudi Arabia has revitalized the Albaida desert valley near Mecca by implementing a revolutionary water capture system that utilizes sudden floods, rather than traditional irrigation methods, to combat severe drought and restore the ecosystem.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"We already have 24,000 hectares": a province has the two ideal conditions for cultivation and is experiencing a boom

Rรญo Negro, Argentina, has doubled its maize cultivation area to 24,000 hectares in the last decade, with potential to grow further due to favorable conditions for irrigation.

Mar 15 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Supplemental irrigation is key to overcoming climate instability

The article discusses the importance of supplemental irrigation in maintaining crop yields amid increasing climate instability in Argentina.

Mar 14 โ€ข 08:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG unveils $500m SPIN project for irrigation, dam safety

The Nigerian Federal Government has launched the $500 million Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria Project aimed at improving irrigation, dam safety, and food security, with support from the World Bank.

Mar 10 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Irrigation Club calls again for producers and specialists

The Irrigation Club will hold its second annual meeting during Expoagro to discuss the importance of irrigation in a changing climate.

Mar 7 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corn, irrigation, and meat: the Patagonian trio to add value and employment

The revitalization of maize cultivation in Patagonia, supported by innovative irrigation techniques, is transforming the region's agricultural landscape and employment opportunities.

Mar 7 โ€ข 03:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Potential for 100,000 hectares: corn changes the landscape of Alto Valle and there is a new mecca for cultivation

The Alto Valle of Rรญo Negro is seeing a significant increase in corn cultivation, which has transitioned from 12,000 to 24,000 hectares in the last decade, with potential for further expansion through new irrigation areas.

Mar 6 โ€ข 18:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Irrigation: the hidden potential that can add production, jobs, and dollars to the country

A new report highlights the untapped irrigation potential in Argentina, advocating for modernization to enhance agricultural output amid increasing global food demand and frequent droughts.

Mar 4 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Impact: if Argentina irrigated more, exports could grow by almost $1 billion and 27,000 new jobs could be created

A report indicates that expanding irrigation in Argentina could significantly boost exports and create thousands of jobs.

Mar 4 โ€ข 16:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

First Agricultural Cabinet... A Mega Package of โ‚น27,746 Crore for Farmers

Madhya Pradesh has held its first Agricultural Cabinet meeting in a tribal area, approving a significant package for farmers worth โ‚น27,746 crore.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Government postpones recognizing historic irrigation systems as Intangible Cultural Heritage

The Spanish government has postponed the recognition of historic irrigation systems as Intangible Cultural Heritage due to substantial objections received during the process.

Mar 1 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: Inside Kayonza's Irrigation Bid to Mitigate Climate Change Impacts

Kayonza, Rwanda faces chronic drought and low rainfall, prompting a shift towards irrigation to safeguard agricultural productivity and food security.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

How to distinguish between Palestinian dates and those of the occupation?

A Palestinian vendor highlights the differences between Palestinian dates and those produced under occupation, focusing on irrigation methods and market identity.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

20-year-old killed in N-8 of the Nilo Coelho irrigation perimeter in Petrolina

A 20-year-old man was killed in the N-8 area of the Nilo Coelho irrigation perimeter in Petrolina, Brazil, prompting an investigation by local police.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Parga: Dead driver who fell into irrigation channel

A 42-year-old man was found dead after his car fell into an irrigation channel in Parga, Greece.

Feb 7 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

Another rise of the Tajo, the reservoirs bear half of the annual cut to the Segura and Page expands irrigations

Recent rainfall in Spain has emphasized the disparities in water resource distribution, particularly affecting the Segura basin, and has provoked political responses regarding irrigation expansion.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Parga: 42-year-old man dies after his car fell into an irrigation canal

A 42-year-old man was found dead after his vehicle fell into an irrigation canal in Parga, Greece.

Feb 7 โ€ข 08:26 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Experts Warn of Environmental Risks at Lily Mine

Experts are raising concerns about serious environmental risks at the abandoned Lily gold mine in South Africa due to rising floodwaters that could contaminate local irrigation and affect agriculture.

Feb 6 โ€ข 05:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

CadVolant brings services to N-4 of the Nilo Coelho irrigation perimeter in Petrolina

CadVolant will provide services to the community of Nucleus 4 of the Senador Nilo Coelho Irrigation Perimeter in Petrolina, enabling access to social registration and updates.

Feb 3 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต NHK News (JP)
Crime & Justice

Yamagata Mogami Town: 80-year-old woman found collapsed in irrigation channel, confirmed dead, snow removal tools nearby

An 80-year-old woman was found collapsed in an irrigation channel in Mogami Town, Yamagata Prefecture, and was later confirmed dead, with snow removal tools suggesting she may have fallen while clearing snow.

Feb 3 โ€ข 03:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Could ancient 'qanats' be the answer to Iran's water crisis?

The article explores the potential role of ancient qanat irrigation systems in addressing Iran's current water crisis.

Feb 2 โ€ข 15:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Annie Genevard announces a 130 million euro plan to calm agricultural anger

Annie Genevard and three other ministers unveiled a 300 million euro plan to address agricultural grievances, but farmers find the government's response inadequate despite the promised doubling of support funds for livestock affected by DNC and tripling of irrigation funds.

Jan 9 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

World's largest man-made river spanning 1,750 miles and costing ยฃ18.5bn 'to get longer'

The Great Man-Made River project is set to expand with a new development phase worth ยฃ5.1 billion, addressing water scarcity in a North African country.

Jan 7 โ€ข 14:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Learn about the Logar Water Canal Project in Afghanistan

The Logar Water Canal Project is a significant irrigation initiative in Afghanistan aimed at improving water resource management in a country heavily reliant on agriculture amid a dry climate.

Jan 7 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Crime & Justice

The Civil Guard finds the body of a man in an irrigation canal in Isla Mayor

The Civil Guard discovered the lifeless body of a middle-aged man trapped in a cane field within the Sevillian municipality of Isla Mayor, prompting an investigation by the judicial police of Mairena del Aljarafe.

Dec 27 โ€ข 18:23 UTC

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