In order to further consolidate and deepen the achievements of comprehensive reform of agricultural water pricing and explore modern irrigation district construction and management experience that is suitable for Shandong Province

9 pilot projects were launched to promote modern irrigation district construction through deepening comprehensive reform of agricultural water pricing. This article introduces the overall progress of the 9 pilot projects and analyzes the main approaches including consolidating various reform mechanisms of agricultural water pricing

promoting the construction of modern irrigation districts

and innovating investment and financing mechanisms. The article analyzes the preliminary achievements of the pilot in terms of economic

social

and ecological benefits. Based on main problems and challenges faced by the pilot program

it further proposes measures and suggestions. Relevant experience can provide reference for other irrigation districts to carry out comprehensive reform of agricultural water pricing.