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Module 3
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Now that we have discussed some farming practices, let us also talk about how to manage resources for farming. First, we think about water management.
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Agriculture in Africa is almost all rainfed. But because the rain patterns are unpredictable, having a small-scale irrigation mechanism can be very helpful during periods of drought.
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Irrigation can be useful, but costly. Can everyone adopt irrigation practices easily?
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This example shows how Awa and other women may not necessarily benefit from new systems. How do you think we can better ensure that women profit from irrigation installations?
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Water harvesting is another method of managing water.
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In Burkina Faso, collecting water in ponds proved helpful in recovering water, preventing fires and restoring soil quality.
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This exercise prompts us to think about how water harvesting can be adopted by and affect men and women differently.
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