Traits of resilient and vulnerable smallholder farmers
Smallholder farmers are vulnerable to climate change in many different ways. We analyzed the lives and livelihoods of different types of farmers to assess how individuals and families either succeed to or fail to adapt to climate change and environmental stresses. We look at the role financial services, education, gender roles and responsibilities, and social norms play to determine resilience to climate change.
May 24, 2023
Enhancing resilience of smallholder farmers against climate change—can parametric agricultural insurance make a difference?
Parametric insurance solutions can offer smallholder farmers in developing countries an accessible, reliable, and affordable way to protect themselves. A multi-stakeholder approach is needed to make these solutions work for smallholder farmers, supported by catalytic capital for their development and scale-up.
May 24, 2023
Impact of climate change on smallholders and their coping strategies
Smallholder farmers face many risks from climate hazards like flooding. We identified seven factors critical to building their resilience to climate change. Strategies like emergency funds, relocation, and borrowing can help them recover quickly from disasters and prepare for the future.
May 23, 2023
Drones Providing Confidence in Smallholder Agriculture Finance-1
Smallholder farmers account for 80% of agriculture production in Eastern Africa. Access to credit remains the biggest barrier to the sustainability of smallholder farmers.
Jul 9, 2018
Drones Providing Confidence in Smallholder Agriculture Finance-2
Smallholder farmers account for 80% of agriculture production in Eastern Africa. Access to credit remains the biggest barrier to the sustainability of smallholder farmers.
Jul 9, 2018
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