Includes entries for maps and atlases.

Approaches and experiences in land evaluation for irrigation; Standards used for land evaluation for various irrigation techniques; Land evaluation criteria for specific crops and soils; The application of land evaluation standards for investment in irrigation development.

The purpose of the workshop was to promote Land Resources Information Systems (LRIS) and their application in the assessment, mapping and monitoring of land in relation to food security in the South African Development Community (SADC) countries. The workshop reviewed advances made both within and outside SADC. Experiences were discussed and a plan of action prepared to promote future reporting and exchange of information, data expertise and experiences in land information using technical cooperation among developing countries