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Modernization of irrigation systems in Spain: review and analysis for decision making

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  • Javier Alarcón
  • Alberto Garrido
  • Luis Juana

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This article presents a method for analyzing the economic feasibility of modernizing irrigation systems. By using substitution relationships between two variables, one can determine irrigation performance and farm profit ​above which modernization would be justified from an economic point of view; ​and also the investments and energy consumption up to which modernization could be considered cost-effective. By means of representative average values, this method is applied to the now widespread conversion from surface irrigation to drip irrigation in Spain. Two conclusions are drawn. First, modernization may, in some instances, be justified only if more productive crop patterns are implemented. Second, saving water is a cheaper option than using an alternative resource only under certain conditions.

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  • Javier Alarcón & Alberto Garrido & Luis Juana, 2016. "Modernization of irrigation systems in Spain: review and analysis for decision making," International Journal of Water Resources Development, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 32(3), pages 442-458, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:cijwxx:v:32:y:2016:i:3:p:442-458
    DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2015.1123142
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    1. Jiménez-Aguirre, M.T. & Isidoro, D., 2018. "Hydrosaline Balance in and Nitrogen Loads from an irrigation district before and after modernization," Agricultural Water Management, Elsevier, vol. 208(C), pages 163-175.

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