A comparative assessment of links between irrigation water pricing and irrigation performance in the Near East (By M. Bazza and M. Ahmad) Conference on Irrigation Water Policies: Micro and Macro Considerations Organized by the World Bank Agadir, Morocco, 15-17 June 2002 Download PDF - 1.3 MB

ABSTRACT

Water pricing is being increasingly recognized as a key instrument for improved water allocation, better conservation and quality preservation. It induces better demand management of water resources and is seen by many as the ultimate solution in water-deficit areas where supply is limited or cannot be augmented.

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