Rwandan Farms Go High-Tech to Fight Drought

Rwandan Farms Go High-Tech to Fight Drought

In Rugende's arable wetlands in Rwamagana District, the sound of sprinklers hissing across rows of crops fills the air as farmers move quickly between plots.

Rwandan farms go high-tech to fight drought

In Rugende’s arable wetlands in Rwamagana District, the sound of sprinklers hissing across rows of crops fills the air as farmers move quickly between plots. They adjust pipes, check water pressure, and ensure every crop receives enough moisture. ALSO READ: Will new solar powered irrigation scheme end farmers' woes? With no rainfall since the start of the September–December rainy season in this area, sprinkler irrigation has become their lifelin…