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PERCEIVED TRENDS IN RAINFALL VARIABILITY AND ITS IMPACT ON CROP FARMERS IN YANDEV DISTRICT, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA

John O Okpaleke·Grace N Ameh·David I Iorhuna
Published 22 January 2025
Vol. 11, No. 1 (2023)
pp. 12-31
CC BY 4.0
  1. 1
    John O Okpaleke
    Department of Geography, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria
    NG
  2. 2
    Grace N Ameh
    Department of Geography, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, College of Education, Katsina-Ala, Nigeria
    NG
  3. 3
    David I Iorhuna
    Olive Tree Redeemers High School, Beside Makurdi International Market, Makurdi, Nigeria
    NG

griculture plays a pivotal role in the livelihoods of many African nations, including Nigeria, where it contributes significantly to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and engages a substantial portion of the population. However, climate change and variability pose formidable challenges to the agricultural sector, especially in developing countries. This study examines the intricate relationship between climate change and agriculture in Nigeria, with a focus on its impact on the livelihoods of rural farming communities. Climate change is a global phenomenon, and its repercussions are acutely felt in the agricultural sector, particularly in regions like sub-Saharan Africa. This vulnerability is exacerbated by the heavy dependence of Nigerian agriculture on climate patterns. Changes in climate variables, such as temperature and rainfall, directly affect agricultural productivity, potentially leading to food insecurity and economic hardship. In this context, we explore the specific challenges faced by rural farming households and communities in Nigeria due to climate variability. The study highlights the need for adaptive strategies and policies to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture and ensure the sustainability of rural livelihoods

JournalColumbia Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
ISSN3065-0380
Volume / IssueVol. 11, No. 1 (2023)
Pages12-31
Published22 January 2025
Access Open Access
LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Okpaleke, J., Ameh, G., Iorhuna, D. (2025). PERCEIVED TRENDS IN RAINFALL VARIABILITY AND ITS IMPACT ON CROP FARMERS IN YANDEV DISTRICT, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA. Columbia Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Vol. 11 No. 1, pp. 12-31

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