TIHAMA DEVT. I

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The project comprises: (1) Project works at Wadi Zabid (i) ten diversion structures with gated intakes for canals; (ii) improvement of about 120 km of existing canals and construction of about 50 km of secondary canals; (iii) construction of control structures in canals and field outlets; (iv) installation of a radio flood warning network; and (v) construction of about 135 km of service and farm roads; at Wadi Mawr: (i) a feasibility study for groundwater and surface water irrigation; and (ii) an access road and building works including housing and offices for project staff. (2) The creation of institutions for agricultural research, extension and credit and consultant services for these items plus design and construction supervision of project works in Wadi Zabid and the Wadi Mawr feasibility study. (3) Overseas training for selected Yemenis in engineering, agricultural credit, research and extension. (4) A credit component to finance loans for agricultural development in the project areas.