Impact of SRI on Crop Yields, Water Productivity and Economic Returns

Impact of SRI on Crop Yields, Water Productivity and Economic Returns

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In Kenya, rice is the third most important cereal after maize and wheat, but it is rapidly gaining in popularity. The current paddy system of rice production in Mwea depends on a continuous supply of water for irrigation. However, challenges such as competition for water among farmers within and outside the irrigation scheme result in reduced yields. To meet the demand with the limited water resources in a sustainable way, new innovative ways of rice crop production are needed. SRI is an innovation that offers an opportunity to reduce water demand accompanied by yield increases of rice. This b...