Events

Background

Africa is highly exposed and vulnerable to the impact of climate variability and climate change. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) estimates that the continent's temperature will rise significantly in the coming years. Some regions could experience two droughts every five years and see drastic yield reductions for crops such as maize over the next three decades.

Climate change has a strong impact on food production and availability, and the stability of food systems. These factors directly impact smallholder farmers who are the most vulnerable stakeholders. Thus, to limit the effect of climate on food insecurity, adaptation is essential along food production chains.

This meeting “Applied Climate Research in Africa” aims at showcasing examples of scientific actions undertaken in Africa to adapt agricultural systems to the climate-related challenges. Scientists from leading research centers will present their latest interventions to adapt and modify crops and agricultural systems. The topics will include breeding climate-resilient crops and deploying them in the field to help farmers and make food systems more climate-resilient.

This satellite event was conceived to give visibility to the ongoing research efforts to mitigate climate change in Africa and enable a solid North-South connection of scientists, experts and research hubs to enhance networking, mutual learning and collaboration.

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