scholarly journals New ruralities in the context of global economic and environmental change – are small-scale farmers bound to disappear?

2014 ◽  
Vol 69 (4) ◽  
pp. 227-237 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Rauch
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Analytical Framework ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Food Markets ◽  
Climate Change Research ◽  
Institutional Dynamics ◽  
Systems Perspective ◽  
Livelihood Systems ◽  
Local Livelihood ◽  
Small Scale Farmers

Abstract. While development practicians tend to celebrate the renaissance of rural development, critical scholars are concerned about the increasing commoditisation of rural resources in the global South coinciding with the end of the peasant mode of production. The new debate on the future of rurality is associated with trends such as price hikes for rural products, climate change, food crisis, institutional change and multi-local livelihood systems. Usually, these trends are analysed from different perspectives. While many geographers look at it from a livelihood systems perspective, political economists focus on global food markets, whereas climate change research considers rural dynamics predominantly as a response to climate. This article argues that the new rural dynamics can only be understood by taking a holistic multi-dimensional approach which puts those different perspectives into context, rather than arguing which is more relevant. Based on a multi-dimensional analytical framework, the article investigates economic, environmental, social and political-institutional dynamics behind the actual trends.

scholarly journals Simulating Agroforestry Adoption in Rural Indonesia: The Potential of Trees on Farms for Livelihoods and Environment

Land ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 385
Author(s):  
Beatrice Nöldeke ◽  
Etti Winter ◽  
Yves Laumonier ◽  
Trifosa Simamora
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Climate Change Scenario ◽  
Agroforestry System ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Change Scenario ◽  
Trees On Farms ◽  
Agroforestry Adoption ◽  
Mitigate Climate Change ◽  
Small Scale Farmers

In recent years, agroforestry has gained increasing attention as an option to simultaneously alleviate poverty, provide ecological benefits, and mitigate climate change. The present study simulates small-scale farmers’ agroforestry adoption decisions to investigate the consequences for livelihoods and the environment over time. To explore the interdependencies between agroforestry adoption, livelihoods, and the environment, an agent-based model adjusted to a case study area in rural Indonesia was implemented. Thereby, the model compares different scenarios, including a climate change scenario. The agroforestry system under investigation consists of an illipe (Shorea stenoptera) rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) mix, which are both locally valued tree species. The simulations reveal that farmers who adopt agroforestry diversify their livelihood portfolio while increasing income. Additionally, the model predicts environmental benefits: enhanced biodiversity and higher carbon sequestration in the landscape. The benefits of agroforestry for livelihoods and nature gain particular importance in the climate change scenario. The results therefore provide policy-makers and practitioners with insights into the dynamic economic and environmental advantages of promoting agroforestry.

scholarly journals Livelihood Strategies of Small-Scale Farmers in Pakistan in the Scenario of Climate Change

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Raheel Saqib ◽  
Muhammad Luqman ◽  
Iqbal Javed ◽  
Abdur Rehman ◽  
Muhammad Yaseen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Livelihood Strategies ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Small Scale Farmers

scholarly journals Impacts of Climate Variability and Climate Change and Adaptation Strategy among Small Scale Farmers of Kurfa Chele District, East Hararghe Zone, Oromia Region, Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
pp. 113-125
Author(s):  
Suleyman Abdureman Omer ◽  
Nuradin Abdi Hassen
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Climate Variability ◽  
Information Dissemination ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Adaptation Strategy ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Research Strategies ◽  
Adaptation To Climate Change ◽  
Agriculture Sector ◽  
Small Scale Farmers

Climate variability and change has caused instability in production and decline in productivity exacerbating food insecurity particularly in Latin America, Africa including Ethiopia and some parts of Asia. The magnitude and frequency of extreme climatic events is projected to increase. The effects of these climatic changes will become even more pronounced among small scale farmers whose farming activities are weather dependent and vulnerable to climate change, and already affected by environmental degradation and socio-economic risks. Effective adaptation to climate change among small scale farmers is therefore of critical importance, and is dependent on adoption of climate smart practices. However, studies have shown low adoption of climate smart farming practices among small scale farmers world over, in East Hararghe Zone and Kurfa Chele District. This study therefore examined factors influencing adoption of climate smart practices among farmers Kurfa Chele District, East Hararghe Zone, evaluated their existing knowledge, attitude and practice of these practices, assessed their perception of climate change, examined the extent of climate information dissemination, and the resultant impact on uptake of these practices. The research adopted a survey research design, where both quantitative and qualitative research strategies were used. Data was gathered through Focus Group Discussions, questionnaires, key informant interviews, observations and desk review. Both simple random and purposive sampling was used to sample 420 small scale farmers and technical officers of the agriculture sector respectively. Data was analysed using both quantitative and qualitative techniques. To test the statistical significance of the findings and relationships between the variables, chi-square test was used.

Climate change resiliency choices of small-scale farmers in Cameroon: determinants and policy implications

2019 ◽  
Vol 250 ◽  
pp. 109560 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nyong Princely Awazi ◽  
Martin Ngankam Tchamba ◽  
Tientcheu Marie-Louise Avana
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Policy Implications ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Small Scale Farmers

Adaptations to Climate Change and Climate Variability in the Agriculture Sector in Mauritius

2017 ◽  
pp. 655-680
Author(s):  
Prakash N. K. Deenapanray ◽  
Indoomatee Ramma
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Climate Variability ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Agriculture Sector ◽  
International Climate ◽  
Small Scale Farmers ◽  
Methodological Assessment

Like many Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Mauritius is highly vulnerable to the impacts of Climate Change (CC) and Climate Variability (CV). Particularly vulnerable are small-scale farmers who carry out rain-fed agriculture. While adaptation to CC and CV has taken place among small planters, the first methodological assessment of the technology needs for adaptation in the agriculture sector took place in Phase II of the global GEF-UNEP Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) project. In addition to providing a systematic approach for identifying and prioritizing adaptation technologies, the TNA project also sought to increase the preparedness of Mauritius for leveraging international climate financing and support for technology transfer. Since Mauritius was the only SIDS participating in Phase II of the TNA project, this chapter shares with other SIDS the methodology and lessons learned. The climate change-agriculture-food security nexus is also discussed.

Adaptations to Climate Change and Climate Variability in the Agriculture Sector in Mauritius

2014 ◽  
pp. 130-165
Author(s):  
Prakash N. K. Deenapanray ◽  
Indoomatee Ramma
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Climate Variability ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Agriculture Sector ◽  
International Climate ◽  
Small Scale Farmers ◽  
Methodological Assessment

Like many Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Mauritius is highly vulnerable to the impacts of Climate Change (CC) and Climate Variability (CV). Particularly vulnerable are small-scale farmers who carry out rain-fed agriculture. While adaptation to CC and CV has taken place among small planters, the first methodological assessment of the technology needs for adaptation in the agriculture sector took place in Phase II of the global GEF-UNEP Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) project. In addition to providing a systematic approach for identifying and prioritizing adaptation technologies, the TNA project also sought to increase the preparedness of Mauritius for leveraging international climate financing and support for technology transfer. Since Mauritius was the only SIDS participating in Phase II of the TNA project, this chapter shares with other SIDS the methodology and lessons learned. The climate change-agriculture-food security nexus is also discussed.

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