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Climate Threat to Agriculture and Food Supply: Implications for Adaptation and Resilience

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Volume: 7 | Issue: 2 | Pages: 516-525

Subject: Climatology

Country: Somalia

DOI: https://doi.org/10.54660/IJMRGE.2026.7.2.516-525

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Abstract

Climate change is not only the reason behind most contemporary economic problems, but also a growing national security threat. The rising inflationary pressures in the food sector are one of these problems, and stable food prices are a necessity for economic development, stability and social cohesion in societies. This study assesses the effects of climate change on agriculture and food security using primary data collected from 100 farmers in Jawhar, Somalia. Utilizing a descriptive research approach, primary data was collected and analysed to understand local perceptions and impacts. The findings reveal a high level of farmer awareness regarding climate change, with direct observations of irregular rainfall and increased temperatures. These climatic shifts have profoundly impacted agricultural productivity, leading to significant declines in crop yields, critical water scarcity for irrigation, and a subsequent loss of agricultural income. A direct correlation was found between these factors and heightened food insecurity within the community. The study concludes that Jawhar's farming communities are highly vulnerable to climate shocks and lack sufficient institutional and governmental support, relying heavily on non-governmental organizations for assistance. These findings underscore the urgent need for tailored, sustainable, and government-backed adaptation strategies to build long-term resilience in the face of climate change.

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Dayah Abdi Kulmie, Mukhtar Sheikh Hussein, Mohamed Salad Ibrahim, Mohamed Said, Nor Daud Ibrahim, Abdinasir Omar Osman (2026). Climate Threat to Agriculture and Food Supply: Implications for Adaptation and Resilience . International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation (IJMRGE), 7(2), 516-525. DOI: https://doi.org/10.54660/IJMRGE.2026.7.2.516-525

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