Article
Agronomy
Adisu Mekonnen, Ayele Tessema, Zerhun Ganewo, Ashenafi Haile
Summary: The study found that climate change has had a negative impact on household food security in Africa, leading to issues such as insufficient rainfall and rising temperatures, exacerbating food insecurity. Analysis using the logistic regression model showed that age, family size, cultivated land, and rainfall were significant factors influencing household food security status.
FOOD AND ENERGY SECURITY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Engdawork Assefa, Gebremichael Gebrehiwot
Summary: This study assesses the gender dimensions of climate change adaptation and the determinants of smallholder farmers' adaptation strategies in Adwa district, Tigray, Ethiopia. The study found that climate change had more severe impacts on female-headed households due to women's lack of resource access and control, lack of income and technology use, and high dependence on natural resources. Policy-makers should consider differences between female- and male-headed families in their access to land, information, income, extension services, technologies, and other resources to promote broadened and sustainable climate change adaptation practices.
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE-HUMAN AND POLICY DIMENSIONS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Abrham Belay, Alisher Mirzabaev, John W. Recha, Christopher Oludhe, Philip M. Osano, Zerihun Berhane, Lydia A. Olaka, Yitagesu T. Tegegne, Teferi Demissie, Chrispinus Mutsami, Dawit Solomon
Summary: Climate change poses a threat to African countries' economic development and impacts agriculture and food security. Ethiopia is particularly vulnerable to these impacts, and climate-smart agriculture practices have been adopted to mitigate the negative effects and improve household income and food security.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Abrham Belay, Christopher Oludhe, Alisher Mirzabaev, John W. Recha, Zerihun Berhane, Philip M. Osano, Teferi Demissie, Lydia A. Olaka, Dawit Solomon
Summary: Climate change has a significant impact on low-income countries' agricultural systems. This study conducted in Ethiopia examines the role of farmers' awareness and perceptions of climate change in their adaptation using climate-smart agricultural practices. The findings indicate that most farmers are aware of the changing local climate and attempt to apply adaptation practices. Factors such as education, family size, and farming experience significantly influence farmers' adaptation to climate change through the adoption of climate-smart agriculture practices.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fiker Hilemelekot, Desalegn Yayeh Ayal, Kassahun Ture, Tadesse Terefe Zeleke
Summary: The study investigated the impact of climate change and adaptation factors on household food security in Basona Worena District, central highland of Ethiopia. Findings revealed a 35-year drought period and the influence of climate variability on household food security. The study suggests implementing feasible soil and water conservation interventions and livelihood diversification measures to ensure household food security.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sibilo Gashure, Desalegn Wana
Summary: Knowledge and perceptions of smallholders about climate variability are essential for climate change adaptation and natural resource conservation. Limited studies have considered the interplay of local perceptions, coping, and adaptation strategies. This study assesses smallholders' perceptions, coping, and adaptation strategies to climate variability in Konso. The results indicate common manifestations of climate variability and the positive impact of education, access to credit, and climate information on smallholders' responses to climate variability. Policy-driven interventions and enhancing smallholders' adaptive capacity are suggested.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Azemir Berhanu Getahun, Desalegn Yayeh Ayal, Kassahun Ture, Tadesse Terefe Zeleke
Summary: The study examines determinant factors of farmers' adaptation strategies to climate variability in selected areas of Ethiopia. Findings show that factors such as gender, age, family size, education level, livestock holding, access to extension, access to information, and access to weather information significantly impact the choice of adaptation responses. It is recommended to reduce climate variability risks by strengthening extension and basic infrastructure services.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yukyan Lam, Peter J. Winch, Fosiul Alam Nizame, Elena T. Broaddus-Shea, Md. Golam Dostogir Harun, Pamela J. Surkan
Summary: The rising salinity of land and water is a significant issue impacting food security, especially in coastal regions like the Ganges River Delta. Despite efforts by households to adapt their food production methods, effective strategies are still lacking. Community-level interventions such as improved irrigation and regulation of saltwater aquaculture show promise, but face challenges in terms of resources and regulation from NGOs and government sectors.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rebecca Nixon, Zhao Ma, Laura Zanotti, Bushra Khan, Trevor Birkenholtz, Linda Lee, Ishaq Mian
Summary: This study reveals the complex influence of values on household adaptation decisions through interviews in northwestern Pakistan. It finds that multiple values influence household adaptations and that adaptation strategies involve a tradeoff of values.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Franklin S. Mairura, Collins M. Musafiri, Milka N. Kiboi, Joseph M. Macharia, Onesmus K. Ng'etich, Chris A. Shisanya, Jeremiah M. Okeyo, Daniel N. Mugendi, Elizabeth A. Okwuosa, Felix K. Ngetich
Summary: This study examined the perceptions of farmers in the Central Highlands of Kenya regarding climate variability and the adoption of coping strategies. The study found that farmers perceived various indicators of climate variability and its consequences, with soil and water management strategies showing stronger links with climate perceptions. Key strategies adopted by farmers included the use of fertilizer and manure in combination, terracing, and crop rotation.
WEATHER AND CLIMATE EXTREMES
(2021)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mulat Shibabaw Demem
Summary: The paper provides a comprehensive review of the impact and adaptation of climate variability and change on small-holder farmers and agriculture in Ethiopia. It found that climate variability and change significantly affects crop and livestock production, fisheries and aquaculture, and food security. Small-holder farmers have implemented various adaptation strategies to reduce the adverse impact of climate variability and change.
Article
Environmental Studies
Almaz Balta Aboye, James Kinsella, Tekle Leza Mega
Summary: This study investigates the adaptation strategies used by farmers and the factors influencing their adoption of these strategies. The majority of farmers employ simple and low-cost adaptation strategies, while a minority use more advanced strategies. The study finds that factors such as age, education, farm size, livestock ownership, farming experience, household income, access to credit, and climate information significantly influence the adoption of adaptation strategies. To enhance farmers' resilience to climate change risks, public policy should provide technological support, climate information, and microcredit facilities.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLIMATE CHANGE STRATEGIES AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Urban Studies
Kabila Abass
Summary: This paper analyzes the dynamics of urban floods and the response mechanisms of flood-prone households in Greater Kumasi, Ghana. Household flood coping strategies include bailing out water, protecting valuable items, and seeking support from neighbors. However, the effectiveness of these strategies is limited due to their uncoordinated nature and overdependence on structural defense mechanisms. The study recommends a mix of structural and non-structural flood control measures and highlights the importance of enforcing land use regulations and promoting community sensitization.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Desalegn Yayeh Ayal, Ansha Nure, Bechaye Tesfaye, Kassahun Ture, Tadesse Terefe Zeleke
Summary: This study examines the determinants of climate variability adaptation response in coffee production in Nensebo Woreda, Ethiopia, and its implication for household food security. The study reveals that temperature has been increasing and rainfall has become erratic in the study area. Factors such as age, farm experience, farm size, and income from coffee significantly influenced adaptation responses to climate variability. The study highlights the importance of providing area-specific weather forecasts, expanding access to credit and market information, and raising awareness about the effects of climate variability on coffee production.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Selamawit Fantahun Sertse, Nasir Abbas Khan, Ashfaq Ahmad Shah, Yonggong Liu, Syed Asif Ali Naqvi
Summary: The study shows that agriculture in Ethiopia is facing significant challenges from climate change, with farmers adopting various adaptation strategies to manage climate risks. Changes in temperature, precipitation, and rainfall patterns have been perceived by farm households, leading to adoption of measures such as crop diversification, mulching, and soil and water management to cope with the changing climate conditions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2021)
