Climate variability and risk management in maize production: adoption strategies and implications for climate change in Southwestern Cameroon

Eric Bomdzele, Ernest L. Molua, Ajapnwa Akamin, Ticha Bizel-Bi Mafor, Mary E. Ngaiwi and Joe E. Assoua

Chapter 11 in Handbook on Climate Change Impacts, Mitigation, and Adaptation in Agriculture, 2026, pp 231-257 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: Agriculture remains the backbone of many developing economies. As such, increased weather risks, climate variability and change could significantly affect them. This chapter examines the impacts of climate variability on maize production in Southwestern Cameroon, focusing on farmers’ perceptions, weather shocks, and the adoption of climate-smart agriculture (CSA). Drawing on data from 375 maize farmers, the research employs descriptive statistics, the multivariate probit model, and a non-linear multiplicative production function to analyze adoption and production outcomes. We find that CSA practices, such as improved seeds, crop rotation, and intercropping, play a critical role in buffering households against climate variability shocks. Households with larger farms, higher education levels, and access to extension services positively influence CSA adoption. In contrast, limited access to credit and greater farm distance serve as key barriers. The chapter highlights the need for enhanced agricultural extension services, better access to credit, education and training, research and development, infrastructure provision, and community-based adaptation to boost farmers’ resilience and ensure food security in developing countries such as Cameroon.

Keywords: Climate Variability; Csa Strategies; Maize Production; Multivariate Probit Model; Multiplicative Production Function; Cameroon (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035344963
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