| The Dryland Agricultural Development with Limited Water Resources in Northwest China |
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| DOI：10.7606/j.issn.1000-7601.2014.02.042 |
| Key Words: arid regions water resources agricultural sustainable development of dryland agriculture |
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| Abstract: |
| This study discusses the possibility and suggestions for dryland agricultural development in northwestern China from the following aspects in terms of literature review. It includes: 1. the distribution of water resources in the five provinces of northwestern China; 2. the present utilizat
ion of agricultural resources; 3. the possible way for agricultural development in arid areas and relevant policy and engineering support mechanism. As to what is discussed in this study, it can be found that only through a comprehensive agricultural development, a diversified business operation as well as science and technology and policy can a suitable and diversified agricultural development be
achieved in northwest China. In terms of the rational utilization and exploration of water resources, this study also illustrates new water use problems in northwest dryland areas and the strategic significance to the agricultural development in China. |