Mali - Irrigated Agricultural Development Project of the Daye Plain

The present intervention concerns the Irrigated Agricultural Development Project of the Daye Plain. The project consists of developing a 400 ha flood-protected and pumped irrigated perimeter, installing, equipping and supervising 788 farmers who are expected to grow a double annual crop of paddy and wheat or vegetables. It is expected to provide permanent employment for a significant part of the working population, currently unemployed due to the abandonment of traditional productive activities due to drought. In addition, the project is expected to significantly improve income and quality of life in the project area. The main components of the project are as follows: (1) preparation of additional baseline studies and socio-economic survey; (2) supervision of works; (3) implementation of hydro-agricultural developments; (4) agricultural development; (5) purchase of equipment and vehicles; (6) construction of buildings (7) provision of technical assistance; (8) provision of national technical support; (9) organization of training for staff and producers; and (10) payment of the operating costs of irrigation equipment and systems.