IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

International Journal of Agriculture and Earth Science (IJAES )

E- ISSN 2489-0081
P- ISSN 2695-1894
VOL. 10 NO. 6 2024
DOI: 10.56201/ijaes.v10.no6.2024.pg22.41

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Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Resilience in Sub- Saharan Africa

Dennis Kuyenda Lembani Ph.D, Bruno SJ Phiri- PhD and KOURA Bossima Ivan, Ph.D

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Abstract

Sustainable Agriculture is a farming approach that in the long run and it improves the quality of the environment and the foundational resources that agriculture & livestock rely on. It fulfils fundamental human needs for food and fiber ensuring economic viability while also promoting the welfare of farmers and society as a whole (ASA, 1989). Sustainable agriculture operates within the limitations of both physical and biological resources as well as the socio-economic aspects and overall quality on the other. Sustainable agriculture is not only a method of farming but also a philosophy. Based on a set of principles, it reflects an understanding of ecological and social realities, coupled with a commitment to respond effectively to this understanding. It places significant emphasis on establishing and sustaining farming techniques that are compatible with the environment's natural processes to conserve all resources, minimize waste, and reduce environmental harm, all while sustaining and enhancing farm productivity (Mac Rae et al., 1990). Sustainable Agriculture faces the huge challenge of meeting increasing food demands while simultaneously reducing its environmental footprint and meeting sustainability goals. Climate change is a major risk to sub-Saharan Africa and the southern Africa region in particular. This study explores the critical intersection of agriculture, climate change, and sustainable development in Africa. It emphasizes the urgent need to strengthen agricultural sectors to ensure food security, alleviate poverty, and address climate change's looming threat. The research involves a literature review methodology, analyzing climate change trends and their impact on food security through both qualitative and statistical analysis. It also includes the creation of a customized climate change adaptation framework for Africa. Sustainable agriculture emerges as a key solution to address challenges such as soil degradati

keywords:

Climate Change, Climate Resilient, Sustainable Agriculture, Diversification,

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