Promoting Solar-powered Irrigation Systems and Satellite Observations for Smallholder Farmers
Guatemala is promoting solar-powered irrigation, sensors and satellite observations to help smallholder farmers use water more efficiently, protect harvests and strengthen resilience to drought.
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Overview
Solar-powered irrigation uses renewable electricity to supply water to crops, while sensors and satellite observations support irrigation planning. The project evaluates suitable technologies for Guatemala’s Dry Corridor and develops business models and policy recommendations to support wider adoption.
Training in water management and sustainable farming helps smallholders, particularly women, use irrigation efficiently, with the aim of protecting harvests during prolonged dry periods and strengthening food security.
At a glance
| Organisation |
Ministerio de Ambiente y Recursos Naturales |
| Primary sector |
Agriculture and food security |
| Innovation stage | đź’ˇ Research and Development |
| AFCIA Programme |  |
Funding Received
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$
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AFCIA funding
USD 165,145
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Climate impacts addressed
Drought and water security
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Erratic rainfall
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Project team
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Marcus Nield
Communication Expert
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