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    MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY

    SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

    REG NO: BEDA/2023/58384

    UNIT: GEOGRAPHY OF AFRICA

    CAMPUS: KISUMU (DIBEL)


    Agriculture is the backbone to the economies of African states but face threats due to
    Global warming. Discuss (10 MKS)

    Agriculture is a pillar of many African states economies for various reasons:


     It contributes to their economic growth through creation of employment to those
    engaged in agricultural activities, which is usually a large percentage. Export
    earnings from commodities like cotton, coffee, tea and horticultural products also
    as part of the economic growth.
     Agriculture also enhances food security through subsistence farming, which
    provides nutritious foods vital for addressing malnutrition there by promoting
    good health in African states.
     Promotes economic development especially in rural or remote areas since it
    stimulates development through improved infrastructure, market access and value
    chains and also development of related sectors like transportation and production.
    This in turn, can lead to broader economic development and poverty alleviation in
    most African states.

    However due to global warming, agriculture has faced threats like:

     Extreme weather events which causes increased frequency and severity of


    storms, floods, droughts and heatwaves which damage crops and disrupt farming
    operations.
     Changing precipitation patterns: altered rainfall patterns can lead to water
    scarcity or excessive moisture, affecting crop yields and soil health.
     Temperature increases: rising temperatures can stress crops and livestock,
    potentially leading to reduced productivity and altered growing seasons
     Pests and disease proliferation: warmer temperatures may expand the range and
    lifecycle of pests and diseases, posing challenges for farmers who may lack the
    resources to manage them effectively.
     Soil degradation: climate change can exacerbate soil erosion, salinization and
    nutrient depletion, reducing soil fertility under agricultural productivity.
     Water scarcity: melting glaciers and altered rainfall can impact fresh water
    availability for irrigation, affecting crop production.
    To address all these threats posed by global warming to agriculture in African states, the
    following strategies can be implemented:

     Develop and promote drought resistant and heat tolerant crop varieties to
    enhance resilience to changing climate conditions.
     Implement on sustainable water management techniques.
     Encourage soil conservation practices to improve soil health, prevent erosion
    and enhance carbon-sequestration.
     Promote integrated pest management strategies to control pests and diseases
    sustainably.
     Provide farmers with data on climate information services which are accurate
    and timely so as to inform planting and harvesting decisions.
     There can also be capacity building and training on knowledge and skills in
    sustainable agricultural practices, climate adaptation techniques, research and
    innovations.

    By implementing these strategies, African states can enhance the resilience of their agricultural
    systems to the impacts of global warming and thus ensuring food security and sustainable lively
    hoods.

    REFERENCES
    1. Shiferaw et al (2014); Climate change in Africa.
    2. Thornton et al. (2006). Drought risks and agriculture.

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