The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania
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NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF MAURITANIA THE DEVELOPMENT STUDY FOR THE PROJECT ON REVITALIZATION OF IRRIGATED AGRICULTURE IN THE IRRIGATED ZONE OF FOUM GLEITA IN THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF MAURITANIA FINAL REPORT MAIN REPORT OCTOBER 2010 JAPAN INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AGENCY NTC INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD. RDD JR 10-072 THE DEVELOPMENT STUDY FOR THE PROJECT ON REVITALIZATION OF IRRIGATED AGRICULTURE IN THE IRRIGATED ZONE OF FOUM GLEITA IN THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF MAURITANIA FINAL REPORT LIST OF VOLUMES VOLUME-I MAIN REPORT VOLUME-II ANNEXES PREFACE In response to a request from the Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, the Government of Japan decided to conduct a Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita and entrusted the study to the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). JICA selected and dispatched a study team headed by Mr. Michimasa Menjo of NTC International Co., Ltd. between November 2008 and September 2010. The team held discussions with the officials concerned of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania and conducted field surveys at the study area. Upon returning to Japan, the team conducted further studies and prepared this final report. I hope that this report will contribute to the enhancement of friendly relationship between our two countries. Finally, I wish to express my sincere appreciation to the officials concerned of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania for their close cooperation extended to the study. October 2010 Izumi Takasima, Vice-president Japan International Cooperation Agency October 2010 Mr. Izumi Takasima Vice-president Japan International Cooperation Agency Letter of Transmittal Dear Sir, We are pleased to submit to you the final report on “The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania.” This report compiles the results of the study which was conducted both in Mauritania and Japan during the period of 23 months from November 2008 to September 2010. The target area of the Study is the watershed of Gorgol River, a tributary of Senegal River. The study was conducted aiming the improvement of food security of the region through “formulation of a model for revitalization of irrigated agriculture in the region”, “formulation of an action plan for revitalization of irrigated agriculture in Foum Gleita, where potential is high” and “capacity building of SONADER (National Society for Rural Development of Mauritania), and beneficiary farmers and concerned agencies”. A verification trial was also conducted with participation of farmers. Besides, emergency remedial works were implemented to repair major canals of deteriorated irrigation facilities in Foum Gleita for stable farming. We also held series of meetings with farmers for sustainable agriculture and farmers recognize the necessity of reorganization of farmers’ groups. They actually established a new union. Those processes, analyses and formulated plans are reported in this document. In submitting this report, we would like to express our heartiest appreciation for substantial cooperation and advice provided during the study period by officials of the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. During the field study, we were also given thoughtful cooperation and support from diverse local administrative institutions including the Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Development, Ministry of Environment, Regional Office of Gorgol, and National Center for Agricultural Research and Development. The JICA Office in Senegal, the Embassy of Japan in Mauritania, and other related institutions provided valuable advice and support, too. In writing this, we would send our sincere gratitude to them for the helpful advice, cooperation, and support. Finally, since a movement has been occurring among the farmers in the study area to reorganize themselves for a better life, we would like to sincerely request that Japanese aid and follow-up continue in the study area. By doing so, we are sure that the friendly relationship between Japan and Mauritania will be further reinforced. Very truly yours, Michimasa Menjo Team Leader The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania FINAL REPORT 0 100 km 200 km ALGERIA NORTH mauritania ATLANTIC OCEAN WESTERN SAHARA TIRIS-ZEMMOUR Zouérate Nouadhibou DAKHLET NOUADHIBOU Atar ADRAR INCHIRI Akjoujt HODH El CHARGHI TAGANT Tidjikja Nouakchott TRARZA BRAKNA Aleg ASSABA Rosso Gorgol River Aîoun Néma Kaédi Kiffa Senegal River HODH GORGOL El GHARBI Sélibaby SENEGAL GUIDIMAKHA MALI 「Basin Gorgol」 Zone de Decrue Cooperative Dounde Mergel Lexeiba PPG II Cooperative Dleimiss Foum Gleita Kaedi Cooperative Itijuwate Sabah Cooperative Jatane Solidaria Cooperative Bogel Tihiely PPG I Cooperative Wend Cheid Cooperative Rumano Kawi Cooperative Ould Rami Cooperative Absab Guma Cooperative Umar Mamduba M'bout Location Map of the Study Area The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania FINAL REPORT Villages around Foum Fleita Irrigation Area Boudhiyab Awchkeche Tekiert Ould Ali To Lexceiba Adala Lehseye Agwoida Barakat Maybrat Ould Zreikaya Bagdad Foum Gleita Dam Rami D'Dakhla Sabhalla M'bediatt (BachattCenter) Mayjija 1 Lemsseguem 5 km 10 km Mayjija 2 Foum Gleita Z'HelEl Irrigation Area Hassan Rakna 1 El Wihda Zreigat Tekwebra (BachattSud) Foum Gleita (Bas-Vie) Rakna 2 Tintrame Sab Kow Jedida M'bout Siliwa Legend Kowb El Jaavar National Road Major Road Rural Road To Kiffa Kowb El Yamani To Selibabi Map of the Foum Gleita Irrigation Project Area The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania FINAL REPORT Rehabilitation of intake radial gate Deterioration of dike Deterioration of Scouring of aqueduct and sediment canal dike (cavitation) foundation Leakage in aqueduct OA principal canal Rehabilitation of Right P1 primary canal wasteways principal canal Left principal canal Scouring and fall of P2 primary siphon SF7 canal Decline of dike (70cm) Hoof in rainy season Thicket and tertiary Flourishing of Deterioration of dike diversion facility Humid part of dike Typha and diversion facility Main facilities of Foum Gleita irrigated area and the deterioration The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report Photographs Foum Gleita dam Dam and the reservoir Radial gate Origin of headrace Main canal(OA) Diversion tank P - 1 The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report Main canal covered with Typha(AD) Main canal(AG) Damaged siphon Damaged dike in upper stream of siphon7 Repaired dike Damaged primary canal(P1) P - 2 The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report Damaged aqueduct Damaged primary canal(P2) Secondary canal Tertiary canal Primary drainage Secondary Drainage P - 3 The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report Damaged canal by livestock Access of drinking water Rice-Planting Demonstration area P2 Before the rice harvest Demonstration area P2 Demonstration area P1 Foot-Pedaled thresher Vegetable and fruit plots P - 4 The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report Planting of young banana plant Installation of water troughs Fence Establishment of multi-purpose shed Cutting down of Typha Root of Typha P - 5 The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report Rural society survey by individual interview Warning sign of protection canals Reinforced dike(OA) Embankment in downstream of bridge Reinforcement of dike with sandbags Before reinforcement of dike with sandbags Humid part of dike in downstream of SF7 P - 6 The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report Meeting for explanation of interim report Weekly meeting with union and SONADER Workshop Campaign for reimbursement of funds by the Union Irrigation area with hose New road P - 7 The Development Study for the Project on Revitalization of Irrigated Agriculture in the Irrigated Zone of Foum Gleita in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Main Report List of Abbreviations and Local Words Abbreviation French English Japanese A/P Plan d'action Action Plan アクションプラン ANEPA Agence Nationale d'Eau National Agency for 国立飲料水・浄水機関 Potable et d'Assainissement