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Impacts of farming practices on water resources sustainability for arid lands: the case of Abu Dhabi

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  • Ameena Kulaib Al Tenaiji
  • Nuhu Braimah
  • Sgouris Sgouridis

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The agricultural expansion in Abu Dhabi Emirate has increased the pressure on the emirate’s groundwater reserves, with projections that they will be completely depleted within a few decades. This study quantitatively examines the impacts of current farming practices on the sustainability of groundwater resources. Participants from 344 farms were surveyed. The study found that 76% of the farms rely on groundwater as their main source of water, with significant occurrence of low water productivity. The findings highlight the need to develop and implement effective strategies to maintain the sustainability of groundwater and agricultural development.

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  • Ameena Kulaib Al Tenaiji & Nuhu Braimah & Sgouris Sgouridis, 2021. "Impacts of farming practices on water resources sustainability for arid lands: the case of Abu Dhabi," International Journal of Water Resources Development, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 37(4), pages 584-602, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:cijwxx:v:37:y:2021:i:4:p:584-602
    DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2019.1654440
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