Water Course at Jatiluwih-Rice-Terrace for Irrigation

The process of rice irrigation in Bali is a tedious, time-consuming process. It is mainly done by women who are at the forefront of the agricultural system in Bali.

Rice cultivation in Bali starts with preparing the land for planting by removing weeds and stones, tilling the soil, and fertilizing it with organic matter. Fields are usually tilled or ploughed twice to loosen up clumps of the earth so that water can easily seep through them.

The next step before planting rice is to prepare a canal system that will transport water from reservoirs to individual fields. The cost of constructing these canals ranges from $2-10 per linear meter depending on how deep they are dug, how much earth needs to be moved, and what kind of tools are used.

Future Prospects for Jatiluwih Rice Terraces as a Cultural Place in Bali

The future prospects for Jatiluwih rice terraces as a cultural place in Bali is the subject of great debate. Some say that due to the expansion of tourism, the site could be destroyed or damaged. Others say that it will only be a matter of time before Jatiluwih rice terraces become a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

To conclude, based on the arguments made by both sides, there are both pros and cons to Jatiluwih rice terraces being a cultural place in Bali's future prospects.