Missions

Preparing general policies, plans, and programs to develop irrigation activity, conserve irrigation water and rationalize its use.

Utilizing available sources of conventional and unconventional irrigation water.

Preparing irrigation scheduling programs for crops according to water requirements.

Proposing draft regulations, bylaws and standards regulating irrigation activity - after presenting them to the Council - and implementing them after their approval in accordance with regular procedures.

Applying water quality standards used in agricultural irrigation, monitoring the quality of irrigation water and agricultural soil, and supporting environmental restoration.

Establishing, operating, and maintaining water supply sources for irrigation, such as dams, groundwater, and alternative sources, in agreement with the concerned authorities.

Establishment, operation and maintenance of pumping stations, projects for transporting, storing, and distributing irrigation water, and agricultural drainage systems.

Developing approved techniques for monitoring irrigation water consumption and ensuring its compliance with water use allocations and programmers, and taking appropriate measures to address cases of non-compliance in accordance with approved regulations and procedures.

Conducting studies and research in partnership with universities, institutes, and specialized bodies to improve irrigation techniques, adopting modern technologies and rationalization of irrigation water consumption.

Develop and implement emergency plans for irrigation activities and to address water shortages.

Providing programs and courses in its field of work, qualifying human cadres working in this field, and holding work sessions, seminars, conferences, and exhibitions to participate in.

Representing the Kingdom in local, regional, and international organizations and institutions related to the irrigation sector.

Concluding agreements and contracts related to irrigation with local and foreign authorities in accordance with regular procedures.

Providing a database and statistical information on irrigation activity.

Transport, distribute and sell treated water for all its uses (agricultural, industrial, and urban).

Design, construction, development, operation, and maintenance of dams in all regions of the Kingdom.