Impact of Climate Change on Agricultural Food Production

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of the study is to examine the impacts of climate change on agricultural food production. Methodology: This study adopted a desktop methodology. This study used secondary data from which include review of existing literature from already published studies and reports that was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: The study found out that the adverse effects of climate change includes rising temperatures, changes in rainfall patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events, on crop yields, livestock production, and viticulture. The findings consistently demonstrate that climate change poses significant risks to food security and agricultural livelihoods in different regions. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study was anchored on theory of ecological modernization which was originally developed by Joseph Huber and the risk society theory which was proposed by Ulrich Beck. The study recommends that there should a focus on building adaptive capacity and resilience in agricultural systems to withstand the impacts of climate change. This involves promoting the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices such as agroforestry, conservation agriculture and sustainable water management techniques.