Adaptation to Climate Change in Colombian Agriculture

Presenter

Olivia Young

Campus

Springfield Technical Community College

Sponsor

Reena Randhir, Department of Biology, Springfield Technical Community College

Schedule

Session 4, 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM [Schedule by Time][Poster Grid for Time/Location]

Location

Poster Board A45, Campus Center Auditorium, Row 3 (A41-A60) [Poster Location Map]

Abstract

Colombia has devised an ecological action plan to adapt its agricultural practices in the face of climate change. The objective of my research is to study the impact of climate change on Colombian agriculture and novel techniques to combat it. My methodology is researching scientific databases and government publications. Some effective solutions include the development of drought-resistant crop varieties, efficient water management practices, and the promotion of sustainable regenerative farming techniques. Currently, the Colombian government is fulfilling its environmental commitments, evaluating the changes in the different regions, and measuring the proportion of affected areas within the distribution range for each crop. According to national data, the challenges that climate change poses will seriously affect the socioeconomics of Colombian agriculture in different emissions scenarios and times, changes in temperature and precipitation patterns, greater frequency of extreme weather events, and the spread of pests and diseases. They lead to reduced crop yields, loss of livestock, and soil degradation. Climate change will further affect the employment of its people, agroindustry, supply chains, the food security. In conclusion, it is important to implement sound policies and nurture collaboration between the stakeholders to embrace regenerative agricultural practices for sustainability. Colombian agriculture and the lives of millions of people who depend on it would be affected.

Keywords

Adapt to climate change, socioeconomic and ecological strategies , extreme weather events , sustainability of the crop , the food industry and nutritional security

Research Area

Biological Organisms

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