Climate Change Adaptation Strategies And Their Impact On Food Security In The Ikom Agricultural Zone.
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This study explores climate change adaptation measures and food security in Ikom Agricultural Zone, Cross River State, Nigeria. Three research questions guided the study, with corresponding null hypotheses tested at a 0.05 alpha level. A survey research design was used, employing stratified and proportionate sampling to select 445 respondents. Data were collected through a validated structured questionnaire, “Climate Change Adaptation Strategies and Food Security.” Hypotheses were tested using simple linear regression analysis. Findings indicate that improved agricultural technologies significantly enhance food security, while most soil and water conservation practices had little impact. However, agroforestry practices showed a positive statistical relationship with food security. These results highlight the link between climate adaptation strategies and food security, emphasizing the need for effective policy implementation in Cross River State. Policymakers should integrate adaptive measures to strengthen food security and promote sustainable agricultural development. Based on these findings, the study recommends increased adoption of agricultural technologies, reassessment of soil and water conservation efforts, and promotion of agroforestry practices among farmers. These strategies will enhance climate change adaptation, improve food security, and inform policy formulation in Cross River State and similar regions facing climate-related challenges.
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