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Pacific

Innovative and sustainable water management: optimising agricultural irrigation

Territory

New Caledonia

Thematic scope

Sustainable management

Implementing partners

Aqualone

Linked to

France

Programme

Budget

49,900.00 €
© Aqualone

Description: An innovative irrigation technology was trialled across three pilot sites to enhance sustainable organic agricultural production and conserve water resources. The project successfully identified site-specific needs, secured farmer commitment, monitored and measured performance, and demonstrated a swift return on investment from the initial harvest. Within three months, the project effectively doubled production while eliminating the necessity for manual watering systems, showcasing a remarkable tenfold in water-saving capacity. This success established a replicable business model crucial for addressing irrigation challenges amplified by climate change and droughts in the Pacific region. Consequently, this model significantly contributes to enhancing food self-sufficiency in New Caledonia and neighbouring Pacific islands.

Duration: 12 months

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