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A Microcomputer Model for Irrigation System Evaluation

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 April 2015

Jeffrey R. Williams ,
Orlan H. Buller ,
Gary J. Dvorak  and
Harry L. Manges
Jeffrey R. Williams
Affiliation:
Department of Agricultural Economics, Kansas State University
Orlan H. Buller
Affiliation:
Department of Agricultural Economics, Kansas State University
Gary J. Dvorak
Affiliation:
Department of Agricultural Economics, Kansas State University
Harry L. Manges
Affiliation:
Department of Agricultural Engineering, Kansas State University
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Abstract

ICEASE (Irrigation Cost Estimator and System Evaluator) is a microcomputer model designed and developed to meet the need for conducting economic evaluation of adjustments to irrigation systems and management techniques to improve the use of irrigated water. ICEASE can calculate the annual operating costs for irrigation systems and has five options that can be used to economically evaluate improvements in the pumping plant or the way the irrigation system is used for crop production.

Keywords

irrigationeconomicsirrigation system efficiencyirrigation costsirrigation system managementmicrocomputing
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Submitted Articles
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Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics , Volume 20 , Issue 1 , July 1988 , pp. 145 - 151
Copyright
Copyright © Southern Agricultural Economics Association 1988

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