Population growth, especially in tropical countries, increases food demand. To meet dietary needs, agricultural crop production is crucial. Land use changes in the upstream watershed for farming, mining, and others affect hydrologic characteristics, especially drought and flood. Middle and downstream areas witnessed farming converted to urbanization and various other purposes. Climate change worsens the situation and threatens food security and crop production. This circumstance altered irrigation, a crucial food production factor. This research seeks adaptation strategies to control the impact of land use and climate on food security through smart irrigation water management (SIWAMA) by achieving four objectives: (i) to evaluate the land use and climate change impacts on five pillars of irrigation water management, (ii) to develop a framework for smart irrigation water management that considers the combined impact of land use and climate change, (iii) to assess the influence of smart irrigation water management on agri-climate resilience and food security, and (iv) To disseminate research and empower stakeholders to adopt smart irrigation water management. Smart surface irrigation water management is unusual in Asia-Pacific. This offers a new opportunity to enhance SIWAMA’s involvement in implementing the irrigation modernization initiative and enables opportunities for multinational collaboration involving researchers and stakeholders.
Project Leader
Project Collaborator
Sushil Kumar Himanshu
Tran Dang An
Ha Thi Hoa
Muhammad Rasyid Ridla Ranomahera
Dede Sulaeman
Sigit Supadmo Arif
Murtiningrum
Ngadisih
Andri Prima Nugroho
Ansita Gupitakingkin Pradipta
Phantipa Plangklang
Muhamad Khoiru Zaki
Yuli Widyaningsih
Isnaini Dairina
Ismi Nuari Puspitaningrum
Hanggar Ganara Mawandha
Propezite Nurhutama Mustain
Prof. Lilik Sutiarso - Head of the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada
“On behalf of the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada, I sincerely hope that this collaboration can be continued and expanded in the next phase. We are ready to strengthen our partnership with all CRRP Project members to achieve greater impacts in improving agricultural productivity and resilience across Southeast Asia.”
Dr Chandra Setyawan - Project Leader
“The research conducted by UGM in collaboration with other universities in ASEAN provides valuable insights into land management, irrigation systems, and the application of technology for agricultural advancement in the region. I hope that such initiatives will continue in the future, expanding the scope of research to other locations, not only in Indonesia but also in other ASEAN partner countries, so that the benefits can be more widespread and impactful.”
Dr Dede Sulaeman - Research Team Member
“The research conducted by UGM in collaboration with other universities in ASEAN provides valuable insights into land management, irrigation systems, and the application of technology for agricultural advancement in the region. I hope that such initiatives will continue in the future, expanding the scope of research to other locations, not only in Indonesia but also in other ASEAN partner countries, so that the benefits can be more widespread and impactful.”
Mr Widi Kuntara - Local Trainee
“As a workshop participant and manager of the Kedung Putri irrigation area, I found the research conducted by the CRRP APN UGM team to be highly beneficial as input for more efficient and sustainable irrigation management. The technology-based problem-solving approach represents a breakthrough and can provide a broader perspective on how to improve the quality of irrigation services and impact farmer welfare in both the short and long term.”
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