Impact of Climate Change Adaptation Strategies on Agricultural Productivity in Semi-Arid Regions in Japan
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Purpose: To aim of the study was to analyze impact of climate change adaptation strategies on agricultural productivity in semi-arid regions in Japan.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Climate change adaptation strategies in semi-arid regions of Japan, such as drought-resistant crops, efficient irrigation systems, and improved soil management, have helped maintain and improve agricultural productivity under changing climate conditions. These measures reduce the negative effects of water scarcity, extreme temperatures, and unpredictable rainfall on farming activities. However, continued investment in technology, farmer training, and sustainable resource management is necessary to ensure long-term agricultural resilience and food security.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Diffusion of innovation theory, sustainable livelihoods theory & resilience theory may be used to anchor future studies on the impact of climate change adaptation strategies on agricultural productivity in semi-arid regions in Japan. This study contributes to practice by giving farmers, extension officers, agricultural trainers, cooperatives, and development partners practical guidance on improving productivity in semi-arid regions. This study contributes to policy by providing evidence that climate change adaptation should be treated as a key agricultural productivity strategy in semi-arid regions.
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