# Turkey agricultural water management initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkey-agricultural-water-management-initiatives > Updated: 2026-10-12T07:56:00.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Turkey is advancing agricultural technology and water management through automation and educational initiatives. Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı announced plans to implement AI-supported irrigation automation systems to strengthen the nation’s agricultural infrastructure. This announcement coincided with a regional products exhibition organized by the State Hydraulic Works (DSİ) Foundation, which aims to fund village schools. Complementing these technological goals, water conservation programs are being deployed across various regions. In Adana, the ‘DoğruSU Adana Project’ is training farmers in efficient irrigation techniques to minimize water loss and reduce costs. Simultaneously, in Batman, the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry is conducting water efficiency training for primary school students to promote resource sustainability in response to climate change. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-12: Turkey implements water conservation training for farmers and students Water conservation initiatives in Turkey include irrigation efficiency training for farmers in Adana and water saving awareness programs for primary school students in Batman. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-implements-water-conservation-training-for-farmers-and-students ### 2026-10-08: Turkey to implement AI-supported irrigation systems Turkey's Agriculture Minister İbrahim Yumaklı announced that proceeds from a DSİ Foundation regional products exhibition will support village schools and revealed plans for AI-supported irrigation systems. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-to-implement-ai-supported-irrigation-systems --- Cite as: Turkey agricultural water management initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/turkey-agricultural-water-management-initiatives