Paying attention to investment in irrigation associated with the new countryside

​The system of irrigation canals and ditches in Phu Dien Commune, Tan Phu District is synchronously developed. Photo by Phan Anh

Up to now, the whole province has 134 irrigation works in operation, including: 18 reservoirs, 54 dams, 37 pumping stations, 7 works to prevent saltwater and flood, 3 canals to create sources and 13 drainage channels.

The total irrigation capacity of the works is nearly 21,600 hectares, increased nearly 6,000 hectares compared to 2008; water supply 95,000 m3 per day, prevent salinity more than 5,9000 hectares. After being invested, the irrigation works are assigned to specialized units to manage and exploit with the high efficiency.

Phan Anh