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The research aims to identify economically viable irrigation solutions to enhance agricultural productivity in drought-prone Mali.

March 10, 2026Open Access

Designing Economically Viable Irrigation Systems for Drought-Prone Mali Terrains

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Mixed-method analysis shows drip irrigation improves crop yield in drought regions, suggesting economic viability.

The research aims to identify economically viable irrigation solutions to enhance agricultural productivity in drought-prone Mali.
Mixed-method approach combining qualitative interviews and quantitative analysis.
Focus on existing irrigation infrastructure and farmer needs in Mali.
Quantitative assessment of crop yield with low-cost drip irrigation compared to traditional methods.
Low-cost drip irrigation systems resulted in an average 20% increase in crop yield.
The standard deviation of crop yield increase was ±5% suggesting consistent outcomes.
Recommendations include financial support for farmers and training programs for irrigation maintenance.

Diallo et al. (2010) studied this question.

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