THE ECONOMICS OF CROP ADAPTATION TO CLIMATE CHANGE IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA

2017 ◽  
Vol 08 (03) ◽  
pp. 1740002 ◽  
Author(s):  
BRIAN REED ◽  
ROBERT MENDELSOHN ◽  
BABATUNDE O. ABIDOYE
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
East Asia ◽  
Climate Sensitivity ◽  
Future Climate Change ◽  
South East Asia ◽  
Adaptation To Climate Change ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oilseed Crops ◽  
Sectional Analysis

We examine the potential for farmers in South-East Asia to adapt to climate change using a survey of farmers from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam. We model farmers’ current choices using cross-sectional analysis. We test the climate sensitivity of when to plant, which crop to plant, whether to irrigate, and how much inputs to use. We find that all these choices are sensitive to climate in this region. Farmers are likely to adapt to future climate change by growing more rice and oilseed crops, planting more often from November through March, and relying more heavily on ground water irrigation for water short seasons.

scholarly journals Ecosystem-Based Adaptation for the Impact of Climate Change and Variation in the Water Management Sector of Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Bhabishya Khaniya ◽  
Miyuru B. Gunathilake ◽  
Upaka Rathnayake
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Water Management ◽  
Water Resources ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Future Climate Change ◽  
Adaptation To Climate Change ◽  
Impact Of Climate Change ◽  
Quality Of Water ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The Impact

The climate of Sri Lanka has been fluctuating at an alarming rate during the recent past. These changes are reported to have pronounced impacts on the livelihoods of the people in the country. Water is central to the sustainable functioning of ecosystems and wellbeing of mankind. It is evident that pronounced variations in the climate will negatively impact the availability and the quality of water resources. The ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) approach has proved to be an effective strategy to address the impact of climate change on water resources in many parts of the world. The key aim of this paper is to elaborate the wide range of benefits received through implementation of EbAs in field level, watershed scale, and urban and coastal environments in the context of Sri Lanka. In addition, this paper discusses the benefits of utilizing EbA solutions over grey infrastructure-based solutions to address the issues related to water management. The wide range of benefits received through implementation of EbAs can be broadly classified into three categories: water supply regulation, water quality regulation, and moderation of extreme events. This paper recommends the utilization of EbAs over grey infrastructure-based solutions in adaptation to climate change in the water management sector for the developing region due its cost effectiveness, ecofriendliness, and multiple benefits received on long-term scales. The findings of this study will unequivocally contribute to filling existing knowledge and research gaps in the context of EbAs to future climate change in Sri Lanka. The suggestions and opinions of this study can be taken into account by decision makers and water resources planning agencies for future planning of actions related to climate change adaptation in Sri Lanka.

scholarly journals Adaptation to Climate Change by Vegetable Farmers in Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
pp. 415-430
Author(s):  
R. P. Dayani Gunathilaka ◽  
P. S. M. Kalani J. Samarakoon
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Adaptation To Climate Change ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Agriculture Sector ◽  
Vegetable Farmers ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Planting Materials ◽  
Adaptation Options

AbstractIn Sri Lanka, the agriculture sector is most vulnerable to climate change and this is increasingly affecting food security. Vegetables, legumes, coarse grains, and potatoes are likely to be adversely affected due to climate impacts. Based on a cross-sectional survey conducted on 150 vegetable farmers in the up-country area of Sri Lanka, this study elucidates farmers’ perceptions of climate change, ongoing adaptation methods, factors influencing farmers’ decisions to adapt, and barriers to adaptation. The study finds that gender, educationlevel, farming experience, income, willingness to take credit, extension on crop, climate change information, farmer-to-farmer extension, rainfall and temperature as the significant factors influencing adaptation. Furthermore, early or late planting, crop or variety switching, and intensive use of inputs are the commonly used adaptation options. Information constraints emerge as a major barrier followed by high costs for adaptation and lack of vigorous planting materials. The study suggests educating farmers about potential adaptation options is pivotal.

SOUTH-EAST ASIAN FARMER PERCEPTIONS OF CLIMATE CHANGE

2017 ◽  
Vol 08 (03) ◽  
pp. 1740006 ◽  
Author(s):  
BABATUNDE O. ABIDOYE ◽  
PRADEEP KURUKULASURIYA ◽  
ROBERT MENDELSOHN
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
East Asia ◽  
Knowledge Base ◽  
East Asian ◽  
Climate Change Impacts ◽  
South East Asia ◽  
Local Conditions ◽  
Farmer Perceptions ◽  
Policy Responses

A survey of farmers in Bangladesh, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam reveals that farmers are keenly aware of even slight changes in their climate. Over 90% of the farmers interviewed perceived small changes in temperature or precipitation patterns where they lived. Over half claimed to have changed their irrigation, timing, or crop choices because of climate change. Although the link between perceived changes and stated adaptations is weak, farmers are aware of the types of changes they need to make in response to climate change in South-East Asia. Adaptation responses must be firmly grounded in not only local conditions, but also the views of participants at the front lines of climate change impacts. The knowledge base of farmers grappling with the challenges of climate change must be taken into account when policy responses to support adaptation are formulated.

IMPACT AND ADAPTATION OF SOUTH-EAST ASIAN FARMERS TO CLIMATE CHANGE: INTRODUCTION

2017 ◽  
Vol 08 (03) ◽  
pp. 1703001 ◽  
Author(s):  
PRADEEP KURUKULASURIYA ◽  
ROBERT MENDELSOHN
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Climate Sensitivity ◽  
Climate Changes ◽  
East Asian ◽  
South East Asia ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Adaptation Studies ◽  
Behavior Choices ◽  
The Impact

This special issue examines the impact of climate on agriculture as well as the economics of farmer adaptation in South-East Asia. An extensive survey was undertaken of small farmers in Bangladesh, Indonesia, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam. Ricardian studies were undertaken to measure the likely impact of climate change on these farmers. Adaptation studies were undertaken to measure how farmers would likely change their behavior (choices) as climate changed. Perceptions were asked to gauge farmer awareness of climate change and their plans to adapt. The overall study provides many useful analyses into the climate sensitivity of agriculture in the region as well as how farmers might adapt to climate changes.

scholarly journals Determinants of Adaptation to Climate Change: A Gendered Analysis from Bahi and Kondoa Districts, Dodoma Region, Tanzania

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 155
Author(s):  
Okuli William Swai
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Climate Change Adaptation ◽  
Multinomial Logit Model ◽  
Adaptation To Climate Change ◽  
Adaptation Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Land Size ◽  
Adaptation Options ◽  
Main Factor

Although various long term adaptation measures are currently implemented by farmers to adapt to the effects of climate change in Tanzania, information regarding factors determining choice of adaptation options between men and women is scarce. A gendered analysis was done to analyze determinants of adaptation to climate change in Bahi and Kondoa Districts, Dodoma Region, Tanzania. A cross-sectional research design was adopted whereby the data was collected from a sample of 360 respondents, 12 focus groups and 18 key informants. Analysis of quantitative data involved descriptive statistics and multinomial logit model using Nlogit 3.0 and qualitative data were summarized by using content analysis. Results revealed that the main occupation and land size were the main factors that determined adaptation options for men during food shortage while for women, the main factor was marital status. The village/location of respondents was the main factor that determined climate change adaptation option for women to adapt crops to climate change whereas, for men, access to agricultural knowledge was the main factor that encouraged men to use improved seeds, manure and deep cultivation, instead of selecting and keeping enough seeds for the next season. It is concluded that factors determining choice of climate change adaptation between men and women are not the same, emphasizing the need for gender differentiated interventions to promote climate change adaptation. Thus, planners and policy makers from Agriculture, Livestock and Environment sectors; Tanzania NAPA and other development practitioners dealing with climate change should use gender sensitive interventions to manage climate change.

scholarly journals Review Jurnal Al-gizzai Hubungan Sosial Budaya dengan Kejadian Stunting Pada Balita Usia 24-59 bulan di Desa Bone-bone Kecamatan Baraka Kabupaten Enrekang tahun 2020

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ichsanul Ahkam L
Keyword(s):  
East Asia ◽  
South East Asia ◽  
Cross Sectional

Stunting adalah kondisi gagal pertumbuhan pada anak akibat kekurangan gizi dalam waktu yang lama. Menurut WHO, Indonesia termasuk ke dalam negara1ketiga dengan prevalensi tertinggi di regional Asia Tenggara /South-East Asia Regional (SEAR). Rata-rata1prevalensi balita stunting di Indonesia tahun 2005-2017 adalah 36,4%, sehingga persentase balita pendek di Indonesia masih tinggi. Menurut Riskesdas tahun 2018, provensi sualawesi selatan masih berada di angka 35,4% , dengan kabupaten Enrekang tertiggi ke-5 dengan persentase 42%. Data PSG tahun 2018 menunjukkan bahwa kecamatan yang memiliki prevalensi stunting tertinggi yaitu Kecamatan Baraka sebesar 45,1%. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui bagaimana hubungan sosial budaya dengan kejadian stunting pada baita usia 24-59 bulan di Desa Bone-Bone Kecamatan Baraka Kabupaten Enrekang tahun 2020. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara menggunakan kuesioner dengan teknik total sampling. Jumlah populasi dalam penelitin ini adalah 34 balita, dan jumlah sampel juga sebanyak 34 balita karena menggunakan total sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan antara dukungan keluarga (p=0,050) dengan kejadian stunting tidak terdapat hubungan antara sosial budaya (p=0,0281), kepercayaan makanan (p=0,089), dan pengasuhan anak (p=1.000) dengan kejadian stunting pada balita usia 24-59 bulan.

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