Climate smart agriculture strategies for enhanced agricultural resilience and food security under a changing climate in Ethiopia
Abdulbasit Hussein
Abstract
Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) is a practice aimed at increasing agricultural productivity and income while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and strengthening agricultural resilience against climate change. In Ethiopia, the agricultural industry is being impacted by climate change, and various strategies are being implemented to enhance sustainability and food security. These include promoting climate-resilient crop breeds, integrating conservation agriculture techniques, using advanced livestock management practices, and establishing effective water management systems. CSA programs also aim to improve access to credit, extension services, and markets for smallholder farmers. However, challenges such as limited finance, technical capacity, and inadequate infrastructure hinder the adoption and scaling up of these strategies. Despite these challenges, CSA is a crucial step towards achieving food security and can serve as a model for other countries facing similar challenges.