Chapter Twenty Three Transforming Agriculture Through Climate-Smart Approaches: Pathways to Food Security and Sustainable Development *1Rotimi, E.A. and 2Patrick, A.J.

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Agriculture stands at the crossroads of climate change, food security, and sustainable
development. The sector is both highly vulnerable to climatic shocks and a major
contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. However, it also holds the transformative
potential to drive resilience, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. Climate
Smart Agriculture (CSA) offers a strategic pathway to balance productivity, adaptation,
and mitigation. With Africa holding 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land, the
continent has both the challenge and opportunity to lead the next agricultural
transformation.
Realizing this potential requires bold action from governments, private sector actors,
international organizations, and farming communities. By integrating CSA into policies,
scaling up innovations, and ensuring inclusivity across gender and youth groups,
agriculture can become a foundation for climate-resilient and sustainable development.
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