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The TREATS project develops an expert system to optimize irrigation techniques for water conservation. It analyzes factors like soil, climate, and crop type to guide farmers in selecting the best methods, promoting sustainable water use.
- Knowledge gap in effective irrigation design for drought-prone areas
- Limited adaptation of irrigation methods to climate change conditions
- Lack of comprehensive knowledge for selecting suitable irrigation methods
- Inefficiency in water distribution and usage in agriculture
- Inadequate managerial skills for flexible irrigation scheduling
- Regulatory and policy challenges in irrigation practices
- Increasing demand for high-quality water for alternative uses
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Our innovation addresses climate change adaptation in agriculture by developing a tool for selecting suitable irrigation methods. This tool aids in securing funding for transforming irrigation systems to be more drought-resilient. It offers farmers an accessible, user-friendly resource for optimal irrigation choices. Applicable to regions like the Canary Islands, Ohrid and Prespa Lakes, and the Main River, it enhances water management in agriculture. The tool disseminates comprehensive decision-making resources, aiding technicians and farmers in informed decision-making, knowledge transfer, and capacity building. Its adoption significantly improves irrigation system resilience, ensuring sustainability, efficiency, and adaptability amidst climate challenges.
The innovation tool was meticulously developed through the seamless integration and consolidation of the extensive knowledge and expertise acquired by the CER research center over numerous EU-funded projects. These projects were specifically designed to advance research in irrigated agriculture, resulting in a highly sophisticated and impactful tool.
Recognized as one of the preeminent Italian research centers, CER has earned a commendable reputation for its dedication to comprehensive experimental research and effective knowledge dissemination to farmers. The invaluable contributions and insights from CER have significantly refined and enhanced the tool’s practicality and effectiveness.
The development of this innovation tool involved a consortium of esteemed stakeholders, including influential public institutions committed to agricultural advancements, farmers’ associations with a deep understanding of sector challenges, distinguished research institutes renowned for their contributions to agricultural sciences, and prestigious universities from Italy and other EU member countries known for their academic excellence and commitment to research-driven innovation.
The limited availability of extension services for irrigation, whether provided by public bodies or not, and the lack of interest from public authorities in disseminating such tools can be significant barriers to the widespread adoption of innovation. Extension services play a crucial role in bridging the gap between research, technology, and end-users by providing valuable knowledge, guidance, and support to farmers and stakeholders. Their absence or limited reach restricts the dissemination of innovative tools and practices, hindering the potential benefits they could bring to the agricultural sector. Public authorities have a vital role in promoting and supporting the dissemination of these tools, as their involvement can facilitate access, awareness, and training programs, enabling farmers to embrace new irrigation technologies and methods. Addressing these limitations requires concerted efforts from both public and private sectors to prioritize and invest in extension services, foster knowledge transfer, and create an enabling environment for the diffusion of innovation in the irrigation sector.
The TREATS project develops an expert system to optimize irrigation techniques for water conservation. It analyzes factors like soil, climate, and crop type to guide farmers in selecting the best methods, promoting sustainable water use.
- Knowledge gap in effective irrigation design for drought-prone areas
- Limited adaptation of irrigation methods to climate change conditions
- Lack of comprehensive knowledge for selecting suitable irrigation methods
- Inefficiency in water distribution and usage in agriculture
- Inadequate managerial skills for flexible irrigation scheduling
- Regulatory and policy challenges in irrigation practices
- Increasing demand for high-quality water for alternative uses
The main components of the system have been tested separately, and an initial integration exercise has been conducted.
Our innovation addresses climate change adaptation in agriculture by developing a tool for selecting suitable irrigation methods. This tool aids in securing funding for transforming irrigation systems to be more drought-resilient. It offers farmers an accessible, user-friendly resource for optimal irrigation choices. Applicable to regions like the Canary Islands, Ohrid and Prespa Lakes, and the Main River, it enhances water management in agriculture. The tool disseminates comprehensive decision-making resources, aiding technicians and farmers in informed decision-making, knowledge transfer, and capacity building. Its adoption significantly improves irrigation system resilience, ensuring sustainability, efficiency, and adaptability amidst climate challenges.
The innovation tool was meticulously developed through the seamless integration and consolidation of the extensive knowledge and expertise acquired by the CER research center over numerous EU-funded projects. These projects were specifically designed to advance research in irrigated agriculture, resulting in a highly sophisticated and impactful tool.
Recognized as one of the preeminent Italian research centers, CER has earned a commendable reputation for its dedication to comprehensive experimental research and effective knowledge dissemination to farmers. The invaluable contributions and insights from CER have significantly refined and enhanced the tool’s practicality and effectiveness.
The development of this innovation tool involved a consortium of esteemed stakeholders, including influential public institutions committed to agricultural advancements, farmers’ associations with a deep understanding of sector challenges, distinguished research institutes renowned for their contributions to agricultural sciences, and prestigious universities from Italy and other EU member countries known for their academic excellence and commitment to research-driven innovation.
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