Irrigation disputes and irrigation water management are among the most critical issues in Georgia's agricultural sector. Farmers and agribusinesses depend on a stable supply of irrigation water provided by "Georgian Amelioration." Disputes often arise due to interruptions in water supply, insufficient volume, or malfunctioning irrigation canals, leading to crop destruction. Also relevant are problems regarding water distribution between neighboring plots and illegal connections. Legal services in this area include signing contracts with the amelioration company, claiming damages for crop failure, and resolving disputes in court or through mediation.
What Does Irrigation Legal Service Cover?
Our lawyers protect the interests of farmers and Water User Associations (WUAs):
- Amelioration Contract: Analysis and signing of water supply agreement terms with LLC "Georgian Amelioration."
- Damage Compensation: Calculating losses for crops dried out due to lack of water supply and claiming compensation in court.
- Tariff Disputes: Verifying and appealing the correctness of accrued irrigation water fees (tariffs).
- Canal Maintenance: Disputes over who is responsible (state or consumer) for cleaning and rehabilitating a specific irrigation canal.
- Water User Associations (WUA): Legal support for establishing and managing Water User Associations.
- Neighbor Disputes: Disputes with neighboring farmers regarding blocking water canals or water theft.