Assessment of different irrigation models in Vietnam

Assessment of different irrigation models in Vietnam

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Article ID: iaor200910098
Country: United Kingdom
Volume: 21
Issue: 3
Start Page Number: 421
End Page Number: 440
Publication Date: Sep 2005
Journal: International Journal of Water Resources Development
Authors: , , ,
Keywords: developing countries, agriculture & food
Abstract:

An assessment of three institutional models for irrigation management in Vietnam is presented. The first model is a joint management by a state agency and farmer organization; the second is a shared management by a quasi–state and farmer organization; and the third is management solely by a farmer organization. The first model is a conventional management system whereas the latter two models have recently been introduced in a limited number of projects as a result of the government policy on reform in the irrigation sector. Three study sites are identified to represent three management models. Apart from the institutional framework and selected management functions, water distribution and agricultural productivity are evaluated and compared. Results indicate the better performance of management models with increased involvement of farmers in the decision–making process. It is recommended that the hydraulic boundaries should be taken into consideration in reforming management systems for irrigation projects.

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