Why does Kyrgyzstan have a poor irrigation system?

As a result, the average rates of efficiency of on-farm irrigation network in Kyrgyzstan were the worst in comparison with the neighboring countries of Central Asia. The other reason is the lack of tangible incentives in water users of the agricultural sector to conserve irrigation water.

Are subsurface irrigation systems available in Kyrgyzstan?

However, the high cost of modern subsurface irrigation systems is a crucial factor hampering their applicability in Kyrgyzstan in the coming years. As noted above, in Kyrgyzstan since the mid-1960s, it was accumulated considerable experience in the use of various types of sprinkler technique.

What is the most promising irrigation method for Kyrgyzstan?

To substantiate this conclusion it is appropriate to narrow the scope of further analysis, assuming that for the Kyrgyzstan's conditions the most promising may be three methods of irrigation: a) improved furrow irrigation, b) sprinkling irrigation and c) drip irrigation method.

Who operates inter-farm irrigation systems in Kyrgyz Republic?

Inter-farm irrigation systems are generally operated by the regional (basin, rayon) State water management enterprises under the Department of Water Management and Melioration (DWMM) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Melioration of the Kyrgyz Republic (MAM KR).

What are the different types of irrigation systems in Kyrgyzstan?

Irrigation systems of Kyrgyzstan are traditionally divided into two categories: inter-farm and on-farm.

Where is flood irrigation used in Kyrgyzstan?

Flood irrigation on checks also long been used in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan, mainly in areas located in the floodplains of the lower reach of rivers. In addition, at present flood irrigation is used in other regions of the Republic in the non-vegetation period - when flushing saline soils and for water charging irrigation.