Understanding Agriculture Water Productivity
How we calculate. Water productivity = yield ÷ water used. The form uses the same arithmetic as the worked examples on this page. See our methodology and accuracy policy.
Real-world scenario: A typical Agriculture Water Productivity case uses crop yield (or production) 4000 and water used 500. Enter the same figures below to reproduce the worked path.
What is Agriculture Water Productivity?
A crop-per-drop KPI. Distinct from irrigation efficiency (used÷applied) and Environmental water intensity.
- Same boundary
- Water > 0
- Label ET vs applied
The Formula
Worked Example
Common Use Cases
- Homework: irrigation agronomy
- Farm: season WP
- Study: pair with irrigation efficiency
Pro Tips
- Don’t swap Environmental intensity
- State water definition
- Match yield basis
Limitations: Agriculture Water Productivity results are educational agriculture and farm-planning aids—not agronomic prescriptions, pesticide labels, veterinary advice, or legal compliance. Confirm units and recommendations with your extension service, agronomist, or instructor.
FAQ
Same as irrigation efficiency?
No. Efficiency is used÷applied %. WP is yield÷water.
Same as Environmental water intensity?
Environmental intensity is water÷activity. WP here is yield÷water.
Authoritative References
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