By Mercy Namfukwe IN an effort to mitigate the advent effects of climate change, government in partnership with International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) have launched the Southern Africa Research and Administrative Hub (SARAH) and food system research delivery facilities aimed at producing state of
By Happy Mulolani This year, most parts of Zambia have witnessed prolonged dry spells thereby posing serious food security concerns to livelihoods. Several smallholder farmers’ have had their field crops wilt arising from the high temperatures experienced this farming season. These climatic shocks are a
By Natasha Mhango Much is being said about the impact of the prolonged drought on the crop sector and its consequential effect on the availability of food for human beings. However, a silent struggle on the effect of the drought on livestock equally needs attention.
By Nicholas Mwambazi Agriculture plays a crucial role in the economic development and food security of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. However, the sector faces several challenges; including climate change, soil degradation, and limited access to markets, technology and information. Access to timely
By Stella Nyangulu Agriculture is an important sector in Zambia, contributing an average of about 19 percent to the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employs about three quarters of the population. However, the current food system and the livelihood of people is facing a
By Mercy Namfukwe Soyabean production is an important legume plant that is cultivated all over the world, not only as a major source of protein in livestock feeds but also for human consumption, soil fertility improvement among others. Africa's majority population depends on agriculture and
By Happy Mulolani ZAMBIA’s low adaptability to climate change is abetted with the prevalent floods and droughts which continue to negatively impact communities. The Notre Dame Global Adaptation Initiative indicates that Zambia is ranked 55th which clearly depicts the country’s vulnerability especially its critical sectors
By Happy Mulolani By the year 2030, Africa alone will require US$30trillion to implement climate change adaptation plans. For this to happen, there is need for the inclusion of all key stakeholders in the fight against climate change in developing countries. With seven years left
By Josiah Mpofu The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and The Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centres (CGIAR) have developed the Zambia Drought Management system (ZADMS) that is aimed at ensuring the resilience of agricultural production and food security in Zambia. Agriculture Permanent Secretary Green
By Dorcas Kabuya Climate change is no longer a distant threat. It is affecting every country on every continent. From droughts and floods to erratic weather patterns, these changes are affecting both men and women, but often in different ways. It is crucial to recognise
