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Synergistic impact of COVID-19 and climate change on agricultural resilience and food security in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Source :
- Discover Agriculture; 7/26/2024, Vol. 2 Issue 1, p1-13, 13p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- This review investigates the intricate interplay between COVID-19 and climate change, focusing on their collective repercussions on Sub-Saharan Africa's agricultural sector and food security. The paper aims to scrutinize existing literature to elucidate the multifaceted implications of COVID-19 and climate change on agriculture and food security. A review of scholarly articles, reports, and case studies was conducted to ensure a thorough analysis. Findings indicate that COVID-19 disruptions exacerbate the challenges posed by climate change, particularly through supply chain disruptions and labor shortages. Small-scale farmers demonstrate greater resilience due to their diverse and locally-oriented systems, while larger-scale farmers with more capital fare relatively better. In conclusion, urgent adaptive strategies and resilience-building measures are essential. Promoting diversified farming systems, enhancing smallholder capabilities, and advocating for international collaboration to address these synergistic threats effectively is essential. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- COVID-19 pandemic
AGRICULTURAL industries
FOOD security
SUPPLY chain disruptions
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 27319598
- Volume :
- 2
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Discover Agriculture
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 178657203
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s44279-024-00056-9