JISL Resource to Root Project

Resource to Root™ Integrated Approach by Jains


Conceptualisation		Survey, Data Collection & Analysis		Planning, Design & Engineering		Installation & Commissioning		Capacity Building & Support		Operation & Maintenance


●	Preliminary reconnaissance survey.	●	Topographical Survey.	●	Hydraulic and agronomic design of the project.	●	Installation of hydraulic system as per project design.	●	Agronomic Support & Training for WUG’s & Farmers.	●	Operation and maintenance of the project for pre-specified period.
●	Benchmarking survey.	●	Collection of soil and water samples and their analysis.	●	Preparation of DPR (Detailed Project Report).	●	Erection of civil structure (eg. pump house, control room, sumps etc.) as per project requirement.	●	Support for market linkage & trading farmers produce as per project requirement.	●	Successfully handing over the project to WUG.
●	Problem identification and need assessment of the project area.	●	Collection of engineering, climatic and agronomic data.	●	Formulation of Water User Groups (WUG).	●	Installation of control & operation system like automation, control valves, safety valve etc.	●	Publishing literature in local languages.
●	Assessment of feasibility.	●	Assessment of water sources.	●	Supply of material as per Bill of quantities.	●	Hydraulic testing of the project.	●	Establishing demonstration farms in project area.
●	Preparation of feasibility reports.	●	Assessment of power sources.	●	Verification and validation of designs.	●	Trial run of operation and control system.	●	Engineering support.

Benefits of Resource to Root

ECONOMIC Higher income for farmers. Pipeline network life 100+ Years. Water productivity is 5 times high. Farmers can take high value /cash crops. Results in sustainability. Concept ensures Water, Energy,& Food Security.		TECHNICAL Daily irrigation schedules are tailored as per crop requirements. Precise application of fertilizer & nutrient is feasible. Suitable for undulating terrains. Equitable distribution of water. Very high Water Use Efficiency up to 95%.

SOCIAL No land acquisition. No rehabilitation related issues. Social justice for all stakeholders.		ENVIRONMENTAL No water runoff & wastage. No leaching - No health hazard Maintains Soil Health. Saves Energy. Reduces GHG Emissions. Conserves natural resources.

"Resource to Root" ™ - A Revolutionary Concept

The Drip Irrigation concept pioneered by Jain in India is already addressing part of water woes faced by the country through savings up to 70 % of the water applied on farm thus improving ‘on farm water management‘ significantly. However, this does not address overall water conveyance and distribution efficiency & particularly in traditional (canal) system. Therefore, another pathbreaking approach has been pioneered by Jain called ‘‘Jain Integrated Irrigation Solutions’’ (JIIS).

Present Agriculture Scenario

India is a vast country and has approximately 17% of the total population of the globe. It was estimated that its population would be in the range of 1200 million in 2010, 1449 million in 2025 and 1751 million in 2050.* To feed such a vast population India needs to increase our food production substantially. That means one has to increase agricultural

Present Water Scenario

Water : Fresh water available in India (1908 BCM) is only approximately 4% of the total fresh water available in the world(37500 BCM). This is disproportionate to the population that India holds. The per capita availability of fresh water in India was 3100 cum in 1975 which has come down to 1900 cum in 2000 which will further go down to 1400 Cum in 2025.

Present Irrigation Scenario

It is a proven fact that the crop yields increase due to irrigation. The crop yields of rain fed areas are far less than those of irrigated areas. Since independence, Government of India has spent considerable amount of funds, time and energy on development of command area and still has not been successful in utilizing 100% of the potential created.

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Features Of JIIS

Integration of following components is referred as JIIS

● Development of Water Source : Such as Reservoir, Sump, Well, Tube-well or River rejuvenation etc.

● Construction of necessary Civil works : Such as Intake Pipe, Intake Structure, Sump, Pump House, MDC, Delivery Chamber, Outlets etc.

Macro Level Benefits of JIIS

● Achieves water Use Efficiency up to 85%

● Doubling the irrigable area with available water.

● Land acquisition is not necessary.

● Rehabilitation of communities is required.

● Increased cropping intensity resulting in higher agri production.

Micro level Advantages of JIIS

● Soil health is maintained. Soil erosion & degradation is avoided.

● Economical and Cost Effective Solution which ensures shorter pay back.

● Volumetric distribution made feasible: On pipeline one can install water meter to make this feasible.

● Equitable distribution rendered possible : Due to pressurized pipe conveyance this can be made feasible.

Why Adopt JIIS

Conventional Canal Systems have following drawbacks

● Conventional Canal Systems achieve abysmally low - 30% irrigation efficiency.

Various Project Through Resource Root

FAQ - JIIS

These frequently asked questions are based on practical experience of Jain Irrigation in the field of Integrated Irrigation Solutions.

● Is Capital cost of JIIS high? - It is not. Considering the life of the micro irrigation system and its multiple advantages, the life cycle costs of these systems are in fact very less. The cost mentioned in this booklet pertain to specific projects. The actual capital cost of the project would depend on components involved in the scheme design and also on the model selected.

● What is the life of such projects? - Polyethylene pipes being used in underground distribution systems of these projects have an average life of about 100 years. Life of PVC pipes used as underground mains and sub-mains is about 50 years, whereas the other components like filters, tubing, fertigation equipment is about 20 years. Hence, if managed and maintained properly these systems have at least 20-25 years life.

● What is Water Use Effi ciency of these projects? - Water Use Efficiency of conventional irrigation projects can be doubled by adopting Integrated Irrigation Solution. Overall Water Use Efficiency of the JIIS project could be 75-80% as compared to 35-40% of canal irrigation projects. It means that net water availability for crops is nearly doubled.

● Are the recurring costs of these systems higher? - No, this is not true. Just enough water is delivered to the crop that it needs. Hence, power requirement is much less. Since JIIS are pressurized systems, no land preparation is required, which reduces input and labour costs.

● Is automation system necessary? - Automation provides a faster, precise and reliable operation which helps to maximise the yields and give trouble free operation of large irrigation networks. In case of large size projects and 24 hours of operation, it is necessary to provide suitable automation systems.