Assessing the Effectiveness of Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices in Improving Food Security in the Far North Region, Cameroon

Abstract

climate change poses a significant challenge to food security, particularly in regions like the far north region of Cameroon, where erratic weather patterns affect agricultural productivity. this study evaluates effectiveness of climate smart agriculture (CSA) practices in improving food security by enhancing agricultural resilience. using mixed-methods approach, data were collected from farmers and key stakeholders to analyze the impact of conservation agriculture, soil conservation, crop rotation and rainwater harvesting. findings indicate the CSA practices improve food availability and stability while mitigating climate-related risks. however, challenges such as financial constraints and limited technical knowledge hinder widespread adoption. the study recommends targeted policy interventions and increased farmers training to enhance CSA implementation.