Irrigated Agriculture in Egypt: Past, Present and Future

The book addresses the issue of water scarcity in Egypt by examining the irrigation sector's water use efficiency through case studies from the Nile Delta. It also provides extensive and scientific descriptions of contemporary topics in water and agriculture, with implications for global water saving and sustainability.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 290 pages
\n Publication date: 17 July 2018
\n Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG
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This book delves into the pressing issue of water scarcity in Egypt, serving as a poignant illustration of the global water crisis. Presently, the available water resource is reaching its limits due to the rapid surge in water demand resulting from population growth and evolving lifestyles. The fundamental solution to address this water scarcity problem lies in enhancing the water use efficiency of the irrigation sector, which is the largest water consumer. However, the real challenge lies in achieving this goal while simultaneously recognizing the critical importance of water in this sector. This book addresses this formidable challenge through comprehensive case studies from the Nile Delta in Egypt. The book explores the multifaceted water problem in the Nile Delta, which is Egypt's primary water source, from various perspectives. It provides a detailed account of the situation both before and after the construction of the Aswan High Dam, allowing readers to grasp the full development trajectory. Additionally, the book offers extensive and scientific descriptions of contemporary topics in water and agriculture, particularly focusing on water conservation and sustainability. These descriptions are derived from field experiments and surveys conducted as part of a six-year international research project. While the topics discussed in this book may be localized, their implications extend far beyond regional boundaries.

\n Weight: 484g\n
Dimension: 155 x 235 x 20 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9783319807539\n
Edition number: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017\n