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Climate change is projected to significantly reduce crop productivity in East and West Africa, with East Africa facing consistent warming and increased rainfall variability, while West Africa experiences severe drying in some areas. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The study aims to compare the impacts of climate change on crop production in Eastern and Western Africa, focusing on adaptation strategies.

February 26, 2026Climate ServicesOpen Access

Climate change impacts and adaptations in Eastern and Western Africa crop production systems: lessons and transferable models among smallholder farmers

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AKAlemayehu Kassa DADoris Akachukwu EKEdith Kadege

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Research characterizes impacts and adaptations in crop production systems across Africa, indicating tailored strategies are needed.

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The study aims to compare the impacts of climate change on crop production in Eastern and Western Africa, focusing on adaptation strategies.
Characterization of crop production patterns in East and West Africa.
Review of climate change impacts on agricultural systems.
Assessment of existing adaptation mechanisms.
Projection of mid- and long-term rainfall and temperature patterns under two emissions scenarios.
East Africa could experience warming of up to 5.5°C, with wetter conditions in some areas.
West Africa may see extreme temperature increases up to 6.5°C and substantial drying in parts.
Predicted yield reductions include up to 72% in wheat and 40% in highland coffee in East Africa; up to 40% reduction in maize in West Africa.
Inconsistent findings in climate data highlight the need for localized adaptation strategies.

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Kassa et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699fe31195ddcd3a253e69af https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cliser.2026.100644

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February 26, 2026Climate ServicesOpen Access

Climate change impacts and adaptations in Eastern and Western Africa crop production systems: lessons and transferable models among smallholder farmers

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Authors

AKAlemayehu Kassa DADoris Akachukwu EKEdith Kadege

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Overview

Research characterizes impacts and adaptations in crop production systems across Africa, indicating tailored strategies are needed.

Key Points

The study aims to compare the impacts of climate change on crop production in Eastern and Western Africa, focusing on adaptation strategies.
Characterization of crop production patterns in East and West Africa.
Review of climate change impacts on agricultural systems.
Assessment of existing adaptation mechanisms.
Projection of mid- and long-term rainfall and temperature patterns under two emissions scenarios.
East Africa could experience warming of up to 5.5°C, with wetter conditions in some areas.
West Africa may see extreme temperature increases up to 6.5°C and substantial drying in parts.
Predicted yield reductions include up to 72% in wheat and 40% in highland coffee in East Africa; up to 40% reduction in maize in West Africa.
Inconsistent findings in climate data highlight the need for localized adaptation strategies.

Cite This Study

Kassa et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699fe31195ddcd3a253e69af https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cliser.2026.100644

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