The impact and the resilience of small-scale farmers on climate change A case study of Antigua and Barbuda

Name: Abena Zakiya Benjamin

Address: 333 Moo1, Thasud, Muang, Chiang Rai 57100

Organization : Mae Fah Luang University

Email : library@mfu.ac.th

keyword: Small-scale Farmers

MeSH: Farmers

Classification :.DDC: e-thesis

; Agriculture Development

MeSH: Climatic changes

MeSH: Agriculture

MeSH: Resilience (Ecology)

MeSH: Adaptation (Biology) -- 52458

LCSH: Farmers

LCSH: Climatic changes

LCSH: Agriculture

LCSH: Resilience (Ecology)

LCSH: Adaptation (Biology) -- 52458

Abstract: Around the world, climate change poses a severe threat to sustainable development. Despite their severe water scarcity and heavy reliance on rain, Antiguan farmers have developed various adaptation techniques to mitigate the effects of climate change. Small-scale farmers play a crucial role in global food security and sustainable agriculture, particularly in the face of climate change challenges. This thesis presents a case study conducted in Antigua, employing a mixed-method approach to examine the impact of climate change on small-scale farmers in the region and their resilience strategies. The study reveals that farmers in Antigua face various challenges exacerbated by climate change, insecure land tenure, high input or high adaptation cost, lack of infrastructure, lack of government support, limited access to capital, and praedial larceny. Through in-depth interviews and surveys, the research sheds light on the profound consequences of climate change on farmers livelihoods and agricultural production. The survey was completed by fifty farmers, and follow-up interviews with 16 farmers along with interviews with three extension officers of the Ministry of Agriculture. The in-depth interviews with farmers provided rich narratives of their lived experiences, challenges, and adaptive strategies employed in response to changing environmental conditions. Research shows climate change significantly impacts farmers livelihoods and agricultural production, leading to decreased crop yields, increased losses, income loss, and disruptions in farming practices. However, farmers have shown their resilience through social capital, training, water management techniques, planting drought-tolerant crops, crop and income diversification, and adjusting their planting dates. Through comprehensive research, this study provides insights into the challenges faced by small-scale farmers in Antigua and proposes strategies for improving their resilience through the concept of agriculture development. The findings underscore the importance of addressing the challenges and testing their resilience to empower small-scale farmers to adapt to climate change and build sustainable livelihoods. The study emphasizes how urgently customized treatments and support systems are needed to increase Antiguas' small-scale farmers resistance to the effects of climate change. The policy proposals encompass improving the availability of secure land tenure, expanding financial assistance channels, and executing climate-smart farming techniques. Overall, this thesis adds to the body of knowledge already available on how small-scale farmers are affected by climate change and emphasizes the significance of strengthening local resilience to improve food security in Antigua.

Mae Fah Luang University. Learning Resources and Educational Media Centre

Address: CHIANG RAI

Email: library@mfu.ac.th

Name: Yuki Miyake

Role: Advisor

Created: 2024

Modified: 2024-10-29

Issued: 2024-10-29

วิทยานิพนธ์/Thesis

application/pdf

CallNumber: e-thesis

eng

Spatial: Antigua and Barbuda 311253

DegreeName: Master of Arts

Level: Master's Degree

Descipline: International Development

Grantor: Mae Fah Luang University

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