AWARD, WRC, Tsogang and University of Western Cape
This guideline is for farmers, agricultural specialists, and stakeholders aiming to address water scarcity, climate change, and sustainability challenges. It helps optimize water use, enhance resilience, and minimize environmental impacts while maintaining productivity, offering tools to conserve water, comply with regulations, and secure long-term water availability. The Agricultural Water Management Skills guideline provides a comprehensive approach to managing water resources sustainably in agriculture. It emphasizes the importance of developing water management skills to address challenges such as water scarcity and climate change. The guideline covers key areas, including crop water use and water productivity, outlining strategies to optimize water use for better yields. It offers adaptive solutions to reduce water usage, with a focus on efficient irrigation methods, improved irrigation management, and tailored crop management techniques.