THE DEVASTATING CONSEQUENCES OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON CROP PRODUCTION AND ECONOMIC STABILITY: A CRITICAL REVIEW
Fada Mallam, Birat Sylvester Garba and Sheyin Emmanuel Ali
Volume 11 Issue 1
Abstract
The study examines the multifaceted effects of climate change in Nigeria agriculture and its subsequent economic implications. Climate change poses an existential threat to global food security and economic stability. Rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events significantly impact crop yields, quality, and distribution. As climate change accelerates, altering precipitation patterns, increasing the frequency of extreme weather events, and shifting temperature zones, agricultural productivity faces significant challenges. These environmental changes can lead to reduced crop yields, altered growing seasons, and increased pest and disease pressures. This study investigates the devastating consequences of climate change on crop production and economic stability, with a focus on specific regions and the nation. Using empirical data and econometric analysis, the study find that climate-related shocks lead to reduced crop yields (10-20% decline), decreased agricultural productivity (15-30% decline), increased food prices (20-50% increase), and economic instability (GDP decline of 2-5%). The results highlight the vulnerability of agricultural systems to climate change, exacerbating poverty, inequality, and migration. The recommended adaptive strategies, including climate-resilient crop varieties, irrigation management, and climate-smart agriculture practices, to mitigate these impacts. Policymakers must prioritize climate change adaptation and resilience in agricultural sectors to ensure food security and economic stability. Keywords: Climate Change, Crop Production, Economic Stability, Food Security, Agriculture, Sustainability
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