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Irrigation development in Ghana: past experiences, emerging opportunities, and future directions

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  • Namara, Regassa E., 2011. "Irrigation development in Ghana: past experiences, emerging opportunities, and future directions," IWMI Working Papers H043830, International Water Management Institute.
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