Steps being taken to solve the problems facing Mwea Tebere irrigation scheme in Kenya
Spraying of crops by using pesticides to avoid pests and diseases. Price control by government and production by quota system to avoid price fluctuation at the world market. Research on better rice varieties to increase production and quality. Applying fertilizers and manure to increase soil fertility and ensure high productivity. Use of herbicides to control weeds and reduce competition for soil nutrients. Weather studies are emphasized to reduce effects of weather destruction. Diversification of agriculture to reduce over reliance on rice growing e.g. introduction of cotton and peas. Encouraging mechanization to solve the problem of labour shortage especially during harvesting. Acquiring loans from banks to provide large capital base for farm operations. De-silting and dredging of canals to control floods and ensure proper flow of water. RELATED POSTS 9 CONDITIONS FAVOURING IRRIGATION FARMING IN EGYPT 5 CAUSES OF RURAL-RURAL MIGRATION IN KENYA 10 AIMS OF KILOMBERO VALLEY IRRIG...