Exploring the Barriers to the Adoption of Climate-Smart Irrigation Technologies for Sustainable Crop Productivity by Smallholder Farmers: Evidence from South Africa

Exploring the Barriers to the Adoption of Climate-Smart Irrigation Technologies for Sustainable Crop Productivity by Smallholder Farmers: Evidence from South Africa

Climate change continues to impact the livelihoods of smallholder farmers due to low adaptive capacity. In South Africa, the challenge is exacerbated by water scarcity and shortened crop-growing seasons. Climate-smart irrigation innovative technologies (CSIT) enhance smallholder farmers’ resilience...

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Main Authors: Batizi Serote, Salmina Mokgehle, Grany Senyolo, Christian du Plooy, Samkelisiwe Hlophe-Ginindza, Sylvester Mpandeli, Luxon Nhamo, Hintsa Araya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Agriculture
Subjects:
agriculture
socio-economic constraints
food security
resilience and adaptation
sustainable development
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/13/2/246

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