The research was intended to answer the following questions:
1. What are the factors impeding adoption of small scale irrigation?
2. What are the problems contributing for less participation of farmers on small scale irrigation?
3. What are possible solutions to improve community participation on irrigation?
Agriculture is the major primary economic activities of the Ethiopian population. Due to the existence of diversified topography, soil, weather and climatic conditions that favor agricultural activities the majority of the Ethiopian population have been engaged in and generate their income from the sector.
However, agriculture in Ethiopia is mainly characterized by the use of backward & traditional farm implements and subsistence farming system dominates by rain fed agricultural production that resulted to low and declining productivity of the sector. The use of supplementary irrigation from either traditional or modern water harvesting structures is considered by the government.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 Background
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Objectives of the study
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Significance of the Study
2 Review of Literature
2.1 Definition of Concepts
2.2 Small Scale Irrigation
3 Methodology
3.1 Background of the study area
3.2 Research Design
3.3 Sampling techniques
3.4 Methods of Data collection & source of relevant data
3.5 Method of Data analysis
4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Summary of Background Information of Sample Farmers
4.2 Access to media & Source of Agricultural information of the sample farmers
4.3 Impact of Irrigation on living status of sample farmers
4.4 Attitude of sample farmers towards development of the scheme & their condition on using irrigation
4.5 Major constraints that were hindering the sustainable use of irrigation Scheme
5 Conclusion & Recommendations
5.1 Conclusion
5.2 Recommendations
Research Objectives and Key Topics
The research primarily aims to investigate the factors that hinder the adoption of small-scale irrigation technology among farmers in the Ameya District, specifically focusing on the Kulit Small Scale Irrigation Project. By examining why farmers are not fully participating despite having access, the study seeks to generate solutions for improved community participation and sustainable utilization of the irrigation scheme.
- Factors influencing the adoption of irrigation technology
- Barriers to farmer participation in irrigation schemes
- Economic impact of small-scale irrigation on farming households
- Technical and management challenges in irrigation infrastructure
- Development of sustainable community-based irrigation management
Excerpt from the Book
1.1 Background
Agriculture is the major primary economic activities of the Ethiopian population. Due to the existence of diversified topography, soil, weather and climatic conditions that favor agricultural activities the majority of the Ethiopian population have been engaged in and generate their income from the sector.
However, agriculture in Ethiopia is mainly characterized by the use of backward & traditional farm implements and subsistence farming system dominates by rain fed agricultural production that resulted to low and declining productivity of the sector.
Despite the bottlenecks mentioned above and a number of other factors, agriculture in Ethiopia was and remain to be the leading and determinant sector of the country's economy by being the major supplier of food crops for domestic consumption and the main sources of export commodities and capital to be accumulated for the process of establishing the future industrialized Ethiopia.
In order to make the sector plays its role to the level best, quite a number of efforts should be made by the concerned stakeholders to improve and change the overall performance of agricultural activities carried out on private agricultural holdings and large and medium scale farms (CSA, 2004).
Summary of Chapters
1 Introduction: Provides the context of Ethiopian agriculture, the problem of rain-fed farming, and the research objectives regarding the Kulit irrigation project.
2 Review of Literature: Explains key concepts such as innovation adoption and defines small-scale irrigation within a development context.
3 Methodology: Details the non-experimental design, stratified sampling techniques used, and the methods for primary and secondary data collection.
4 Results and Discussion: Analyzes demographic information, the impact of irrigation on income, and identifies major constraints like water scarcity and management issues.
5 Conclusion & Recommendations: Summarizes findings and provides suggestions for structural maintenance and improving the management of water user associations.
Keywords
Small Scale Irrigation, Adoption, Ethiopia, Ameya District, Kulit SSIP, Farmer Participation, Rural Development, Water Users Association, Rain-fed Agriculture, Sustainability, Agricultural Extension, Socio-economic Impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The study investigates why farmers in the Ameya District are not fully adopting or participating in the Kulit Small Scale Irrigation Project, despite the project being designed to support their livelihoods.
What are the central thematic fields?
The main themes include agricultural development, irrigation technology adoption, water resource management, farmer participation, and the socioeconomic challenges of subsistence farming.
What is the primary research question?
The primary research question revolves around identifying the specific factors that impede the adoption of small-scale irrigation and determining the causes for low farmer participation in the provided irrigation scheme.
What scientific methodology was utilized?
The research employed a non-experimental design using stratified random sampling to interview 28 households. It incorporated both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods, including scheduled interviews, focus group discussions, and field observations.
What is covered in the main section?
The main section covers the background of the study area, demographic profiles, an analysis of the impacts of irrigation on farmers' income, and an identification of major constraints such as structural problems and water distribution issues.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Key terms include Small Scale Irrigation, Adoption, Farmer Participation, Ameya District, Water Management, and Agricultural Development.
What specific impact did the irrigation project have on household income?
The study indicates that for those who successfully use the irrigation, there has been a positive economic return, with a majority reporting significant increases in income due to the ability to produce multiple crops per year.
Why do many farmers in the Kulit project area discontinue using the irrigation system?
The primary reasons cited include shortages of irrigation water due to seepage and structural failures, inequitable water distribution, lack of agricultural inputs, and financial constraints.
How does the study suggest improving the Water Users Association (WUA)?
It recommends reorganizing the association to ensure full participation of all beneficiaries, providing continuous management training, and potentially formalizing the groups into cooperatives to improve their bargaining power.
- Quote paper
- Tigistu Amsalu Oljira (Author), 2008, Factors Affecting the Adoption of Small Scale Irrigation in the Ameya District of South West Shoa, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/301441
