Productivity and Efficiency
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, water efficiency is the smart use of our water resources through water-saving technologies and simple steps. Using water efficiently will help ensure reliable water supplies today and for future generations. Topics addressed in this theme provide insights, lessons, and guidance on how diverse stakeholders are working to improve water management and reduce water use.
Productivity and Efficiency Resources
Helmand-Arghandab Regional Development Project and Improvement of Existing Irrigation Systems Project: October Monthly Progress Report
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November 1, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
This document outlines the October progress report for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's irrigation project in Kandahar in 1969. It provides information on the drainage of ground water and activities related to the implementation of an irrigation system.Read more
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AfghanistanSouth East AsiaSoutheast Asian Fisheries Development Center Proposal
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October 1, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
A proposal for the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center. The ultimate goal of the project was to increase production and consumption of food from the sea in southeast Asian countries by constructing larger vessels and improving equipment and techniques for fishermen.Read more
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South East AsiaReport on Fisheries Training in Research and Extension At the Fisheries Stations of Thailand
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September 19, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
This trip was made to provide consultant and advisory services and training in freshwater fisheries to the department of fisheries, ministry of agriculture in Thailand and to advise on freshwater fishery development in the northeast and near Bangkok.Read more
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ThailandEast Asia and PacificReport of Fishcultural Investigations in East Pakistan
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August 15, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
Pakistan experiences large discrepancy of receiving the necessary amount of protein in citizens diets. For this reason increasing fish production is a means of meeting this necessary supply of protein which is examined in depth in this report.Read more
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PakistanSouth East AsiaReport of Fishcultural Investigations in the Philippines
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August 15, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
It is estimated that the total fish catch in the Philippines needs to increase over 25% to meet the current minimum needs of the population. This document identifies fishing improvement techniques in brackish water and fresh water to increase fish production in the country. The proposed method to...Read more
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PhilippinesEast Asia and PacificReport of Fishcultural Investigations in Thailand
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August 15, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
The greatest change from the fisheries and agricultural standpoint in Thailand is the rapid increase in impoundment of floodwater is reservoirs for use in irrigation. Several reservoirs are presently constructed with many others planned on all rivers to provide water for irrigation which will have...Read more
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ThailandEast Asia and PacificReport of Fishcultural Investigations in South Viet-Nam
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August 15, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
Fish production is Viet Nam is currently quite high, but most consumption occurs along the coasts due to poor roads and the inability to transport fish in a hygienic manner. Thus, increasing the availability of high quality protein may be achievable by increasing fishing in lakes and ponds. To...Read more
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VietnamEast Asia and PacificReport of Fishcultural Investigations in Taiwan
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August 15, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
Fish production in Taiwan makes up a significant portion of the food provided to the people of Taiwan. Fishing occurs in both brackish and fresh water and have heavy implications on the entire population of Taiwan. This document contains details of fishing and agricultural production in Taiwan and...Read more
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East Asia and PacificMarine and Coastal Fisheries Stations of Thailand
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July 30, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
A number of laboratories and fisheries exist across Thailand and this document provides details on the production rates of such areas as well as the testing and evaluation that occurs within the laboratories. This report also details a number of proposed changes to the current fishing industry and...Read more
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ThailandEast Asia and PacificCommunity Water Supply: a Selected List of References for Aid Technicians
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July 15, 1969U.S. Agency for International Development
This bibliography is one of a series designed as a guide to the publications of AID and other agencies working in the field of development assistance. While AID reports and documents are the primary focus of this bibliography, naterials on work by private organizations and international agencies...Read more
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