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The central aim is to develop effective low-cost irrigation solutions to enhance agricultural output in Mali's drought-prone areas.

March 7, 2026Open Access

Low-Cost Irrigation Systems for Drought-Prone Mali: An Engineering Design Paradigm

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Engineering design improves agricultural productivity in drought-prone regions, suggesting sustainable irrigation solutions.

The central aim is to develop effective low-cost irrigation solutions to enhance agricultural output in Mali's drought-prone areas.
Mixed-method approach combining field surveys and prototype testing
Cost-benefit analysis of irrigation systems
Development and assessment of a low-cost drip irrigation system
Drip irrigation reduced water usage by approximately 30% compared to flood irrigation
Proposed systems showed significant improvements in agricultural productivity
Cost-effective and sustainable outcomes were achieved in local conditions

Dembele et al. (2008) studied this question.

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