The "Ruhuna Basins" defined for this case study encompass three of the main rivers that flow through ancient Ruhuna, including the longest and most important river in the region, Walawe. The Ruhuna basins are important in the broader Sri Lankan context, the basin being the location of a major hydropower plant, irrigation schemes that make a significant contribution to national food production, and important nature reserves.
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Library ResourceJournal Articles & BooksDecember, 2004Sri Lanka, South-Eastern Asia
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Library ResourceConference Papers & ReportsDecember, 2004Sri Lanka, South-Eastern Asia
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Library ResourceReports & ResearchDecember, 2004Sri Lanka, South-Eastern Asia
Although many irrigation systems in the dry zone of Sri Lanka have water shortage problems, water consumption is very high during land preparation. This paper analyzes the impact of institutional interventions on efficient water management, especially during the land preparation period. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the factors behind prolonged periods of land preparation so that system managers and farmers communities can develop appropriate interventions to reduce water consumption
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Library ResourceReports & ResearchDecember, 2004Southern Asia, South-Eastern Asia
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