Optimize rice farming with precision-engineered surfaces and efficient water lifting for increased yields and resource conservation.
These technologies involve shaping rice paddy soil surfaces into straight, horizontal planes to enable uniform water distribution. Laser-guided leveling is a prominent method, significantly enhancing soil moisture control and water use efficiency. In regions like Cambodia and India, this practice has led to improved germination rates, reduced labor requirements, decreased weed infestations, and increased rice yields.
This technology is TAAT1 validated.
Positive or neutral impact
Positive or neutral impact
Engineered irrigation surfaces and water lifting technologies are addressing challenges in traditional rice farming practices. They not only enhance agricultural productivity but also align with global sustainability goals, minimizing water use inefficiencies and paving the way for a resilient and equitable future in rice cultivation.
To incorporate these technologies into your project and delineate the essential activities and requirements, follow these steps:
A team of trainers will provide comprehensive training and support during the installation phase. Include the costs associated with training and post-training.
Develop communication materials to promote awareness of the benefits of engineered soil surfaces and efficient water lifting among rice producers and farm-service companies.
Collaborate with agricultural development institutes for effective implementation of these technologies in your country.
For a sustainable approach, associate this technology with Motorized weeders (cut and bury) technology.
Add-on equipment
Hand-operated pumps
Solar-powered pump
High-pressure pumps
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Country | Tested | Adopted |
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Kenya | Tested | Adopted |
Nigeria | Tested | Adopted |
This technology can be used in the colored agro-ecological zones. Any zones shown in white are not suitable for this technology.
AEZ | Subtropic - warm | Subtropic - cool | Tropic - warm | Tropic - cool |
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Arid | – | – | – | – |
Semiarid | – | – | – | – |
Subhumid | ||||
Humid |
Source: HarvestChoice/IFPRI 2009
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that are applicable to this technology.
Prepare the Field: Ensure the rice paddy is sufficiently wet.
Calibrate Instruments: Set up and calibrate topographic survey instruments.
Measure the Land: Take precise measurements to design appropriate soil surfaces.
Level the Field: Utilize tractor-mounted tools guided by laser technology to level the field.
Verify Surface Dimensions: Conduct another land survey to ensure the dimensions of soil surfaces are correct.
Last updated on 22 May 2024