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The aim is to clarify debates and outline practical implications for climate adaptation strategies among smallholder farmers in South Africa.

February 12, 2026Open Access

Analysis of Climate Adaptation Strategies for Smallholder Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa in South Africa: An African Perspective

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ENEdward William NelsonUniversity of Utah SPSarah ParkesCouncil for Geoscience

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This mixed-methods study reveals local innovations and structural constraints in climate adaptation for smallholder farmers, suggesting the need for tailored strategies in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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The aim is to clarify debates and outline practical implications for climate adaptation strategies among smallholder farmers in South Africa.
Utilized a mixed-methods design combining survey and interview data.
Collected data over an unspecified study period.
Analyzed the effectiveness of various climate adaptation strategies.
Identified persistent structural constraints faced by farmers.
Highlighted emerging local innovations in adaptation strategies.
Found that evidence of effectiveness varies across different contexts and sectors.

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Nelson et al. (2019) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/698d6e2a5be6419ac0d53b2e https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18594267

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This mixed-methods study reveals local innovations and structural constraints in climate adaptation for smallholder farmers, suggesting the need for tailored strategies in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Analysis of Climate Adaptation Strategies for Smallholder Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa in South Africa: An African Perspective

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Analysis of Climate Adaptation Strategies for Smallholder Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa in South Africa: An African Perspective

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