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Evaluation of the Effects of Climate Change on Rice Production in Niger State, Nigeria
Ethiopian Journal of Environmental Studies and Management, 2013This study analyses the trend of climatic factors (rainfall, minimum and maximum temperature and humidity) in Niger state, Nigeria, as one of the major states contributing to the total rice output of the country. It also describes the trend in rice production of Niger state and determined the factors affecting the output of rice in the state. Secondary data from 1981-2010 were used.DocumentThe Last Straw? The additional burden of climate change on food security in the Himalaya | GRID-Arendal - Publications - The last straw
GRID Arendal, 2013The food price spikes of 2007–08 brought food security into sharp focus on the global agenda. Declines in international commodity markets, financial speculation in low cereal stocks, dramatic weather events, soaring oil prices, and growth in biofuels competing for cropland merged to produce a global crisis.OrganisationAssociation of International Research and Development Centers for Agriculture (AIRCA)
The Association of International Research and Development Centers for Agriculture is a nine-member alliance focused on increasing global food security by supporting smallholder agriculture within hDocumentPlanning climate adaptation in agriculture: Meta-synthesis of national adaptation plans in West and East Africa and South Asia
Climate Change Agriculture Food Security, 2013This meta-synthesis of national climate change adaptation plans, policies and processes spans 12 countries at various stages of adaptation planning and implementation, in three priority CCAFS regions: West Africa (Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali, Niger, Senegal), East Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda) and South Asia (Bangladesh, India, Nepal).DocumentClimate change adaptation strategies by local farmers in Kilombero district, Tanzania
Ethiopian Journal of Environmental Studies and Management, 2013This article examines current adaptation strategies developed by local farmers against climate change effects in Kilombero District. Research questions guided the study include; what are the past and current climatic stresses? What are local farmers’ perception on climate change and response to the adverse climatic stresses?DocumentClimate change mitigation in Tanzania: agricultural production systems in Njombe. Work report from a study in a high altitude farming area.
2013In Tanzania agriculture is almost entirely driven by smallholder farmers still depending on the hand hoe, traditional rain-fed agriculture, and animal husbandry practices. Women account for more than 70% of the agricultural production especially food crops, and they play an important role in the efforts to transform Tanzanian agriculture.OrganisationSouth African Journal of Animal Science
The SA Journal of Animal Science is published by the South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) which has the mission of advancing animal science and promoting viable animal production systems,DocumentSmallholders, food security, and the environment
International Fund for Agricultural Development, 2013This report aims to improve understanding among policymakers and practitioners – together with those influencing and making decisions in relevant business sectors – of the relationships between smallholders, food security and the environment.DocumentTackling climate change through livestock: A global assessment of emissions and mitigation opportunities
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 2013It has been known for several years that livestock supply chains are an important contributor to climate change. Yet, despite existing and attainable potential to significantly reduce these greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, political will and the right policies are still required.DocumentAgriculture and adaptation in Bangladesh: Current and projected impacts of climate change
International Food Policy Research Institute, 2013The goal of this research was to examine the likely impacts of climate change on agriculture in Bangladesh, and develop recommendations to policymakers to help farmers adapt to the changes. A variety of research methods were used.Pages