Jere Bowl Rice Scheme
An agricultural project utilizing regulated water releases from Alau Dam to cultivate 8,000 hectares of rice, supporting over 2,000 farming families through irrigation infrastructure.
Project Overview
The Jere Bowl Rice Scheme is a CBDA project that leverages Alau Dam's water to irrigate 8,000 hectares of rice fields near Maiduguri. It supports over 2,000 farming families by providing water between June and November, with additional groundwater use in the dry season. The scheme includes water control structures to manage flooding and land reclamation.
Problem Statement
Reduced water releases from Alau Dam due to Maiduguri's demand have limited year-round irrigation in Jere Bowl. Seasonal flooding also disrupts rice cultivation.
Approach Summary
The scheme regulates water releases from Alau Dam for rainy-season rice cultivation and uses washbores/tubewells for dry-season farming. Water control structures mitigate flooding.
Scope Details
Covers 8,000 hectares, with 2,000 hectares developed with washbores/tubewells, serving 2,000+ farming families in Jere Bowl.
Strategic Alignment
Supports CBDA's goal of providing irrigation infrastructure to enhance agricultural productivity.
Key Challenges
Limited water availability due to competing demands for urban water supply impacts agricultural production.
Project Impact
Project Impact
The Jere Bowl Rice Scheme has delivered important benefits:
- Irrigation of 8,000 hectares during rainy season
- Development of 2,000 hectares with washbores for dry season cultivation
- Construction of water control structures
- Support for over 2,000 farming families
- Sustained rice production despite water limitations
- Improved food security in the region
The scheme continues to be a vital source of livelihood for thousands of farming families in the Jere Bowl area.
Project Timeline
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Small Scale Irrigation Schemes
Multiple irrigation schemes operating across Borno, Yobe, and northern Adamawa States to harness surface and groundwater for irrigation, supporting local farmers and improving food security.
Alau Dam
A multi-purpose dam completed in 1988 with a capacity of 112 million cubic meters, designed to irrigate 8,000 hectares in Jere Bowl, supply water to Maiduguri, and develop tourism.