Food supply
Sub-Saharan Africa is facing a significant threat to its agriculture and food security due to climate change, a region already vulnerable to socio-economic challenges and rain-fed agriculture. The study, conducted by researchers at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, found that rising temperatures and altered precipitation patterns are impacting agricultural productivity, leading to
Farmers
The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project has embarked on a mission to strengthen climate-resilient agriculture in Gombe State. The project's Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) convened a five-day stakeholders' engagement, where 6,220 bags of drought-resistant seeds were distributed to local farmers. This initiative is
Farmers
A new report by the Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit, commissioned by Grounded Research, has exposed the mental health struggles faced by farmers in the face of climate-related extreme weather. The research reveals a staggering 92% of farmers experience anxiety, while nearly two-thirds (60%) suffer from depression. The primary concerns
Farmers
Scotland's Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has imposed water scarcity restrictions in the east of the country due to relentless dry weather, affecting thousands of farmers and water users. The restrictions, the first of their kind in 2025, aim to safeguard the environment, wildlife, and communities that depend on
Farmers
Farmers in Southern Ethiopia are struggling to adapt to climate change, leading to deteriorated farm production and reduced livelihoods. Investigators at Wolaita Sodo University conducted a comprehensive study to identify effective adaptation strategies for lowland smallholder farmers. Using a multi-stage sampling procedure and collecting data from 422 households, the study
Farmers
Droughts and floods nationwide have led to a decrease in farm management deposits (FMDs) to $6.14 billion, down $620 million from the 2022 record against a backdrop of challenging times. FMDs peaked at $6.76 billion three years ago, coinciding with a bumper series of seasons and the Covid
Farmers
As the UK's driest summer on record unfolds, England's parched landscapes are taking a devastating toll on wildlife and food supplies. With reservoirs at record lows and stream flows exceptionally low, farmers in the driest areas say it is likely to be a bitter harvest after
Climate change
Iraq, with its 46 million inhabitants, has been hit hard by the effects of climate change, experiencing rising temperatures, year-on-year droughts, and reduced river flows. The Tigris and Euphrates rivers, once mighty and life-giving, are now struggling to provide enough water for irrigation and drinking. The situation has become increasingly
Climate change
The Maasai community has traditionally relied on livestock keeping for income, but climate change has led to severe droughts, water scarcity, and loss of livestock. However, with the support of initiatives like the Saving Lives and Livelihoods program, residents are now embracing alternative sources of income, such as farming and
Farmers
Farmers in southwestern Victoria are facing severe drought conditions, with many at risk of losing their livelihoods if the situation doesn't improve. The Southern Grampians Shire Council has written to the Prime Minister, urging him to visit the area and see firsthand the impact of the drought. Dairy
Climate change
Africa's agricultural sector, which accounts for 25% of the continent's gross domestic product (GDP) and employs 65% of the population, is facing mounting challenges from climate change, including heat, drought, pests, and floods. However, with 65% of the world's uncultivated arable land, Africa holds
Farmers
Droughts are a familiar hardship in Ghana's semi-arid north, where rainfall is erratic and agriculture is the mainstay of rural economies. Research has well-documented the economic and environmental effects of drought, but not enough attention has been paid to its psychological toll on farmers and their families. A
