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1 Samantaray, R. 1998. Johad watershed in Alwar district Rajastan. New Delhi, India: UN-Inter Agency Working Group on Water and Environmental Sanitation. 24p.
Watershed management ; Irrigation ; Decision making ; Socioeconomic environment ; Groundwater ; Agricultural production ; Fisheries ; Non governmental organizations / India / Rajasthan / Johad Watershed
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: P 8040 Record No: H044014)
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2 Nkala, P.; Mango, N.; Zikhali, Precious. 2011. Conservation agriculture and livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Central Mozambique. Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, 35(7):757-779. [doi: https://doi.org/10.1080/10440046.2011.606492]
Agricultural production ; Crop production ; Conservation ; Technology ; Smallholders ; Farmers ; Yields ; Food security ; Socioeconomic environment / Mozambique
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H044429)
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This article demonstrates how conservation agriculture impacts smallholder farmers’ livelihoods in Mozambique through increased crop productivity and yields, using primary data on smallholder farmers practicing conservation agriculture and others not using this technology from Nhanguo, Pumbuto, and Ruaca in Manica and Sofala provinces. Data analysis employs semiparametric propensity score matching methods. Direct correlations between conservation agriculture, higher productivity and yields; and indirect correlations with changes in household incomes and food security are suggested. Conclusively, systematic targeting of conservation agriculture to different farmer categories, can improve livelihoods, household incomes and food security. We recommend integration of conservation agriculture into the rural development policy framework in Mozambique.
3 Paters, H. 2004. Water and agriculture in the Lerma-Chapala Basin in Central Mexico: farmer's efforts to manage decentralization and save surface water. MSc thesis. Wageningen, Netherlands: Wageningen University. 81p.
River basins ; Water management ; Decentralization ; Surface water ; Groundwater ; Water conservation ; Water balance ; Irrigation management ; Privatization ; Institutions ; Organizations ; Reservoirs ; Socioeconomic environment ; Water law ; Agriculture ; Crop management ; Farmers ; Water user associations / Mexico / Lerma-Chapala Basin
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: D 333.91 G404 PAT Record No: H044525)
http://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/Assessment/files/pdf/PhDThesis/Paters%20MSc%20Thesis%20Mexico.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044525.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044525.pdf
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4 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA); Kokusai Kogyo Co. Ltd.; Laos. Ministry of Health. 1995. The study on groundwater development for Champasak and Saravan provinces in Lao People's Democratic Republic Final report - summary report. Tokyo, Japan: Japan International Cooperation Agency; Tokyo, Japan: Kokusai Kogyo Co. Ltd. 131p.
Groundwater development ; Natural environment ; Socioeconomic environment ; Water supply ; Water quality ; Hydrogeology ; Hydrology / Laos / Champasak / Salavan
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H044668)
http://lvzopac.jica.go.jp/external/library?func=function.opacsch.mmindex&view=view.opacsch.toshoshozodsp&lang=eng&shoshisbt=1&shoshino=0000086964&volno=0
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044668.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044668.pdf
(5.42 MB)
5 Al-Dadah, J. Y. 2008. Analysis of socio-economic impacts of wastewater reuse schemes in Gaza Strip. Grid: IPTRID Network Magazine, 28:11-13.
Wastewater ; Water reuse ; Socioeconomic environment ; Environmental effects ; Social aspects ; Economic aspects ; Cost benefit analysis ; Water supply / Israel / Gaza Strip
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H044710)
(0.34 MB) (1.90MB)
6 World Economic Forum Water Initiative. 2011. Water security: the water-food-energy-climate nexus. Washington, DC, USA: Island Press. 248p.
Water management ; Water resources development ; International cooperation ; Water security ; Water demand ; Water scarcity ; Water supply ; Water productivity ; Risk assessment ; Energy ; Economic growth ; Trade ; Economic aspects ; Investment ; Financing ; Climate change ; Agriculture ; Food security ; International waters ; Socioeconomic environment ; Sanitation ; Desalinization ; Property rights ; Glaciers ; Ecosystems ; Urban areas ; Social aspects ; Electricity supplies ; Non governmental organizations ; Decision making / Saudi Arabia / Oman / Jordan / Pakistan / Kenya / China / USA / Asia / India / South Africa / California
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: 333.91 G000 WOR Record No: H044749)
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7 Mikhael, M.; Yoder, R. 2008. Multiple-use water service implementation in Nepal and India: experience and lessons for scale-up. [Report of the CGIAR Challenge Program-Multiple-Use Water Systems (CP-MUS) Project]. Denver, CO, USA: International Development Enterprises (IDE); Colombo, Sri Lanka: CGIAR Challenge Program on Water and Food (CPWF); Colombo, Sri Lanka: International Water Management Institute (IWMI). 318p.
Water management ; Water resources development ; Multiple use ; Water scarcity ; Water use ; Domestic water ; Drinking water ; Sanitation ; Water rights ; Water quality ; Water conservation ; Soil conservation ; Households ; Research projects ; Gender ; Women ; Community development ; Case studies ; Institutions ; Non governmental organizations ; Government agencies ; Income ; Agriculture ; Vegetable growing ; Cropping systems ; Food production ; Food security ; Socioeconomic environment ; Irrigation systems ; Microirrigation ; Drip irrigation ; Sprinkler irrigation ; Water storage ; Tanks ; Capacity building ; Technology ; Economic aspects ; Costs ; Financing ; Funding ; Marketing / Nepal / India / Maharashtra
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: IWMI Record No: H044752)
http://www.ideorg.org/OurStory/IDE_multi_use_water_svcs_in_nepal_india_8mb.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044752.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044752.pdf
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8 Kamwamba-Mtethiwa, J.; Namara, Regassa; de Fraiture, C.; Mangisoni, J.; Owusu, Eric. 2012. Treadle pump irrigation in Malawi: adoption, gender and benefits. Irrigation and Drainage, 61(5):583-595. [doi: https://doi.org/10.1002/ird.1665]
Irrigation systems ; Smallholders ; Farmers ; Gender ; Women ; Non governmental organizations ; Food security ; Poverty ; Pumping ; Social aspects ; Households ; Economic aspects ; Income ; Surveys ; Models ; Socioeconomic environment / Malawi
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: PER Record No: H044890)
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As part of their irrigation strategy, the government and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Malawi are actively promoting the use of treadle pumps in smallholder irrigation. The positive impact of treadle pumps on food security and poverty reduction in Malawi and elsewhere in sub-Saharan Africa is well documented. However, few studies have analysed the adoption dynamics and dissemination approaches of treadle pumps. This study uses a logit model to analyse the factors influencing treadle pump adoption among a stratified random sample of 100 adopters and 100 non-adopters in two districts in Malawi. The results indicate that relatively well-off farmers have a significantly higher probability of adopting the treadle pumps than poor farmers. This raises questions about dissemination approaches and targeting, because treadle pumps are typically geared towards poor smallholders. The study further indicates differences between male and female adopters. Female adopters are more likely to pay for subsidized treadle pumps in cash. Male adopters mostly acquire their pumps through a loan. Women tend to spend the additional income on food for the household while men tend to spend it mostly on non-food items. It is therefore likely that treadle pump adoption by women will positively impact on household food security, though it also adds to women's workload.
9 Temesgen, B. B. 2012. Rainwater harvesting for dryland agriculture in the Rift Valley of Ethiopia. PhD thesis. Wageningen, Netherlands: Wageningen University. 152p.
Rainwater ; Water harvesting ; Water conservation ; Arid zones ; Agricultural systems ; Dry farming ; Rainfed farming ; Water storage ; Supplemental irrigation ; Catchment areas ; Drought ; Land management ; Land use ; Land cover ; Valleys ; Socioeconomic environment ; Soil physical properties / Ethiopia / Rift Valley
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: 333.91 G136 TEM Record No: H044933)
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10 World Bank. 2010. The Zambezi River Basin: a multi-sector investment opportunities analysis. Vol. 3 - State of the basin. Washington, DC, USA: World Bank. 182p.
River basin development ; Hydrology ; Investment ; Population ; Economic analysis ; Socioeconomic environment ; Climate change ; Rain ; Runoff ; Flooding ; Drought ; Poverty ; Income ; Living conditions ; Energy generation ; Water power ; Irrigated farming ; Irrigation development ; Agricultural production ; Wetlands ; Floodplains ; Fisheries ; Tourism ; Water supply ; Domestic water ; Water use ; Water quality ; Water pollution ; International waters ; International cooperation ; Institutions ; Information management / Africa / Angola / Botswana / Malawi / Mozambique / Namibia / Tanzania / Zambia / Zimbabwe / Zambezi River Basin / Barotse Floodplain / Eastern Chobe-Caprivi Wetlands / Kafue Wetlands / Lower Shire Wetlands / Luangwa Wetlands / Zambezi Delta
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H044946)
http://www-wds.worldbank.org/external/default/WDSContentServer/WDSP/IB/2010/12/14/000333038_20101214044509/Rendered/PDF/584040V30WP0Wh110State0of0the0Basin.pdf?
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044946.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044946.pdf
(8.47 MB) (8.85MB)
The Zambezi River Basin (ZRB) is one of the most diverse and valuable natural resources in Africa. Its waters are critical to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction in the region. In addition to meeting the basic needs of some 30 million people and sustaining a rich and diverse natural environment, the river plays a central role in the economies of the eight riparian countries—Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. It provides important environmental goods and services to the region and is essential to regional food security and hydropower production. Because the Zambezi River Basin is characterized by extreme climatic variability, the River and its tributaries are subject to a cycle of floods and droughts that have devastating effects on the people and economies of the region, especially the poorest members of the population.
11 Nagabhatla, N.; Finlayson, C. M.; Senaratna Sellamuttu, Sonali. 2012. Assessment and change analyses (1987-2002) for tropical wetland ecosystem using earth observation and socioeconomic data. European Journal of Remote Sensing, 45:215-232.
Wetlands ; Ecosystems ; Coastal area ; Tropical zones ; Marshes ; Lagoons ; Rain ; Analytical methods ; Data analysis ; Land use ; Land cover ; Socioeconomic environment ; Vegetation / Sri Lanka / Muthrajawela Marsh / Negombo Lagoon
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H044959)
http://server-geolab.agr.unifi.it/public/completed/2012_EuJRS_45_215_232_Nagabhatla.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044959.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044959.pdf
(2.74 MB) (2.80MB)
The two components of the study reflect assessment and change analysis of a tropical wetland in Sri Lanka. The first section explains spatial classification using pixel level-disaggregated image analysis and refined aggregated image analysis and comparison of information extracted by all methods to analyse a better classifier. The second section illustrates change analysis calibrating the land change modeller (LCM) [IDRISI-Andes]. Key observations: a) visual interpretation provides comprehensive blueprint of the wetlandscape compared to supervised and unsupervised classifiers b) change in landscape pattern reflect substantial transition in wetland use. Validation using field coordinates and socioeconomic data showed kappa value (%) of 87.
12 Abdullaev, I.; Noble, Andrew; Ul Hassan, M.; Platonov, Alexander. 2011. Improving water and land productivity of marginal farms in Central Asia: lessons from the "bright spots". In ICID. 21st Congress on Irrigation and Drainage: Water Productivity towards Food Security, Tehran, Iran, 15-23 October 2011. New Delhi, India: ICID. pp.11-36.
Water productivity ; Marginal farms ; Socioeconomic environment ; Indicators ; Irrigated sites ; Soil quality ; Statistical methods ; Farmers associations ; Crop production ; Economic aspects ; Land resources ; Land ownership ; Public policy / Central Asia / Uzbekistan / Turkmenistan
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H044981)
http://www.irncid.org/GetFileArticles.aspx?FilePrm=9987_85221.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044981.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H044981.pdf
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Land degradation of agricultural areas in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, specifically due to soil salinization, has resulted in significant declines in agricultural productivity. This study builds upon previous limited work on ‘Bright Spots’ by focusing on specific farming enterprises in the two target countries. The objective of this study was to identify factors that contributed to the enhanced performance of ‘Bright Spots’ in each of the target countries and based on this evaluation assess possible options for expansion and out-scaling of ‘Bright Spots’ to larger areas. The analysis confirms that while the resource endowment in terms of quality of land was almost identical for both the ‘Bright Spots’ and Control objects studied, the performance of the former was superior with respect to productivity and profitability. An analysis of biophysical and economic indicators of ‘Bright Spot’ farms in Uzbekistan indicated that the profitability of cotton production was predominantly dependent on inputs to the production system that had a significant impact on groundwater depth below the soil surface. In order to out-scale ‘Bright Spots’ innovative approaches in addressing existing knowledge gaps that link the products of research, and in this case ‘induce innovation’, with the majority of beneficiaries are required. This may take the form of creating linkages between farmers, researchers and markets through the formation of learning alliances. In addition, the development of enabling policies that address issues related to inequitable access to land and resources that would enable farmers to invest in rehabilitation is required. The provision of incentives which trigger private investment in rehabilitation would potentially stimulate individuals into addressing resource degradation. This would require access to financial instruments to enable investment to take place.
13 Siddiqui, Salman; Bharati, Luna; Pant, Menuka; Gurung, Pabitra; Rakhal, Biplov. 2012. Nepal: building climate resilience of watersheds in mountain eco-regions - climate change and vulnerability mapping in watersheds in middle and high mountains of Nepal. ADB Technical Assistance Consultant's Report for Department of Soil Conservation and Watershed Management (DSCWM), Government of Nepal. Kathmandu, Nepal: Asian Development Bank (ADB). 96p.
Climate change ; Watersheds ; Mountains ; Ecological factors ; Rain ; Landslides ; Flooding ; Drought ; Risks ; Socioeconomic environment ; Adaptation ; Indicators ; Mapping ; Data ; Analytical methods ; Sensitivity analysis ; Models / Nepal / Middle Mountains Regions / High Mountains Regions
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045011)
http://www.adb.org/sites/default/files/project-document/73085/44214-023-nep-tacr.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045011.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045011.pdf
(5.46 MB) (5.46MB)
Project Preparatory Technical Assistance 7883-NEP
14 Turton, A.; Nicol, A; Allan, T.; Earle, A.; Meissner, R.; Mendelson, S.; Quaison, E. 2003. Policy options in water-stressed states: emerging lessons from the Middle East and Southern Africa. Pretoria, South Africa: Centre for International Political Studies (CIPS). African Water Issues Research Unit; London, UK: Overseas Development Institute (ODI). Water Policy Programme. 86p.
Water stress ; Water resources ; Freshwater ; Poverty ; Water availability ; River basins ; Water policy ; Socioeconomic environment ; Institutional aspects / Middle East / Southern Africa
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045090)
(0.52 MB) (532.80KB)
15 Mukherji, Aditi; Das, Arijit. 2012. How did West Bengal bell the proverbial cat of agricultural metering?: the economics and politics of groundwater. IWMI-Tata Water Policy Research Highlight, 2. 7p.
Agriculture ; Groundwater ; Electricity ; Tariff ; Tube wells ; Socioeconomic environment ; Farmers / India / West Bengal
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045099)
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16 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).; Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 2002. The study on groundwater development in the rural provinces of the central highlands. [Vietnam]. Vol. 1, Final report - Summary report. Tokyo, Japan: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA); Tokyo, Japan: Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Tokyo, Japan: Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 69p.
Groundwater development ; Highlands ; Rural areas ; Water supply ; Water quality ; Environmental impact assessment ; Models ; Socioeconomic environment ; Wells ; Drilling ; Technology ; Hygiene ; Electrical conductivity / Vietnam / Central Highlands / Kon Tum / Gia Lai / Dac Lac
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045158)
(0.65 MB) (663KB)
17 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).; Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 2002. The study on groundwater development in the rural provinces of the central highlands [Vietnam]. Vol. 2/1, Dac Lac Province. Final report - main report. Tokyo, Japan: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA); Tokyo, Japan: Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Tokyo, Japan: Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 257p.
Groundwater development ; Highlands ; Rural areas ; Geomorphology ; Meteorology ; Hydrology ; Rivers ; Socioeconomic environment ; Households ; Living conditions ; Water resources ; Water balance ; Water supply ; Water law ; Water quality ; Institutions ; Wells ; Drilling ; Electrical conductivity / Vietnam / Central Highlands / Dac Lac Province
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045159)
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702537_01.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702537_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702537_03.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045159.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702537_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702537_03.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045159.pdf
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18 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).; Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 2002. The study on groundwater development in the rural provinces of the central highlands. [Vietnam]. Vol. 2/2, Gia Lai Province. Final report - main report. Tokyo, Japan: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA); Tokyo, Japan: Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Tokyo, Japan: Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 271p.
Groundwater development ; Highlands ; Rural areas ; Geomorphology ; Meteorology ; Hydrology ; Geology ; Vegetation ; Socioeconomic environment ; Water supply ; Water law ; Water balance ; Water quality ; Institutions ; Electrical conductivity ; Wells ; Drilling ; Feasibility studies ; Environmental Impact Assessment ; Models ; Corporate culture / Vietnam / Central Highlands / Gia Lai Province
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045160)
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702545_01.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702545_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702545_03.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702545_04.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045160.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702545_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702545_03.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702545_04.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045160.pdf
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19 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).; Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 2002. The study on groundwater development in the rural provinces of the central highlands. [Vietnam]. Vol. 2/3, Kon Tum Province. Final report - main report. Tokyo, Japan: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA); Tokyo, Japan: Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Tokyo, Japan: Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 266p.
Groundwater development ; Highlands ; Rural areas ; Geomorphology ; Meteorology ; Hydrology ; Geology ; Vegetation ; Socioeconomic environment ; Households ; Living conditions ; Water supply ; Water law ; Water quality ; Corporate culture ; Wells ; Drilling ; Electrical conductivity / Vietnam / Central Highlands / Kon Tum Province
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045161)
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702552_01.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702552_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702552_03.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045161.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702552_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702552_03.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045161.pdf
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20 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).; Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 2002. The study on groundwater development in the rural provinces of the central highlands. [Vietnam]. Vol. 3/1, Dac Lac Province. Final report - supporting report. Tokyo, Japan: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA); Tokyo, Japan: Nippon Koei Co. Ltd.; Tokyo, Japan: Nikko Exploration and Development Co. Ltd. 346p.
Groundwater development ; Highlands ; Rural areas ; Hydrogeology ; Surveys ; Water use ; Water balance ; Water quality ; Water supply ; Wells ; Drilling ; Groundwater potential ; Groundwater level ; Monitoring ; Models ; River basins ; Meteorological data ; Maps ; Socioeconomic environment ; Households ; Costs ; Electrical conductivity / Vietnam / Central Highlands / Dac Lac Province
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H045162)
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_01.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_03.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_04.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_05.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_06.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_07.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045162.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_02.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_03.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_04.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_05.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_06.pdf
http://libopac.jica.go.jp/images/report/11702560_07.pdf
https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H045162.pdf
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