Smallholders’ adoption of climate-smart practices in Konso, Ethiopia

In the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Konso, Ethiopia, smallholder farmers' adoption of climate-smart agriculture (CSA) practices is significantly influenced by education, landholding size, income, access to climate information, credit, and extension services. A multinomial logit model analysis revealed these factors as key determinants for the uptake of terracing, agroforestry, and intercropping. Despite these efforts, food security remains under threat due to unreliable rainfall patterns. The study highlights the potential for external support, such as regular weather forecasts, affordable credit, and crop insurance, to bolster local livelihoods and sustain the indigenous farming system in this culturally significant landscape.

Gashure, S., & Wana, D. (2022). Smallholders’ adoption of climate-smart practices in Konso, Ethiopia. International Journal of Environmental Studies, 80(5), 1349–1360. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207233.2022.2043115