Sustainable Agriculture in the Era of Climate Change: Resilient Farming Systems
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- 1. Post Graduate Research Centre, Department of Botany, Tuljaram Chaturchand College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Baramati, (Empowered Autonomous) 413102, affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University Pune, MS, India.
- 2. Post Graduate Research Centre, Department of Botany, Tuljaram Chaturchand College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Baramati, (Empowered Autonomous) 413102, affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University Pune, MS, India
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Climate alteration is a key challenge for global agriculture system, affecting food security, crop yield and farmer source of revenue through increasing temperatures, irregular rainfall and frequent extreme weather events. These changes increase abiotic stresses like salinity, drought, heat and flooding, while also intensifying biotic stresses caused by insect, pest, pathogens and diseases. Additionally, climate-induced biodiversity declines interrupt fundamental ecosystem processes such as pollination, nutrient recycling and biocontrol, further weakening agricultural resilience. Sustainable and climate-smart agricultural activities such as natural farming, sustainable agriculture and agroforestry play an important function in enhance soil health, protecting resources and supporting resilient farming systems. Advances in plant breeding and biotechnology are enabling the advance of climate resilient crop variability, while adaptation strategies like efficient water management, crop diversification and improved seed systems help farmers manage climatic risks. Emerging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, remote sensing and mobile advisory services, are also enhancing farm decision-making. However, effective policy support, research investment and international cooperation are essential to ensure these innovations reach vulnerable farming communities. This chapter examines the effect of climate change on agriculture and highlights sustainable strategies, technological innovations and policy approaches needed to build resilient agricultural systems.
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