The Long-Run Demand for Irrigation in Asia: Gazing Into the Crystal Ball

Event: Asian Irrigation Forum 2012

The Long-Run Demand for Irrigation in Asia: Gazing Into the Crystal Ball

12 April 2012

Author / Speaker:

Peter Timmer, Stanford University Center on Food Security and the Environment - Email the author | Other materials by the author

David Dawe, Office Of Assistant Director-General, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Thailand - Email the author | Other materials by the author

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This paper attempts to gaze into a crystal ball to gain insights into the three basic drivers that will determine the nature of future demand for irrigation services. It explains the dynamics in Asia of these three drivers and conclude, speculatively, on their impact on the design and management of irrigation systems.

Geographical Focus:

Global

Regional - Asia

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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