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Institutional innovation and smart water management technologies in small-scale irrigation schemes in southern Africa

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  • H. Bjornlund
  • A. van Rooyen
  • J. Pittock
  • K. Parry
  • M. Moyo
  • M. Mdemu
  • W. de Sousa

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This paper reports on the introduction of SWM technology, soil moisture and nutrient monitoring tools, alongside Agricultural Innovation Platforms (AIP) in three small-scale irrigation schemes in southern Africa. Quantitative and qualitative data are presented on the changes and benefits that have resulted, including increased yield and profitability. The findings emphasize that information prior and subsequent to adoption is needed, and the importance of understanding and enhancing the incentive framework for behavioural change, including both economic and physical returns. The findings illustrate SWM technology is strengthened when introduced with credible multi-stakeholder processes, such as an AIP, that facilitate institutional innovation.

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  • H. Bjornlund & A. van Rooyen & J. Pittock & K. Parry & M. Moyo & M. Mdemu & W. de Sousa, 2020. "Institutional innovation and smart water management technologies in small-scale irrigation schemes in southern Africa," Water International, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 45(6), pages 621-650, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rwinxx:v:45:y:2020:i:6:p:621-650
    DOI: 10.1080/02508060.2020.1804715
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    1. Austin Tenthani Phiri & Miriam Charimbu & Sarah Edore Edewor & Elias Gaveta, 2022. "Sustainable Scaling of Climate-Smart Agricultural Technologies and Practices in Sub-Saharan Africa: The Case of Kenya, Malawi, and Nigeria," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(22), pages 1-19, November.
    2. Hameeda A. AlMalki & Christopher M. Durugbo, 2023. "Systematic review of institutional innovation literature: towards a multi-level management model," Management Review Quarterly, Springer, vol. 73(2), pages 731-785, June.

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