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Climate Change’s Impact on Uganda’s Diverse Ecosystems and Agriculture: Challenges and Adaptation Strategies

Daniel Kato K.

Faculty of Biological Sciences Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Uganda, with its diverse ecosystems ranging from tropical rainforests to semi-arid regions, faces significant threats from climate change. This paper examines the impacts of climate change on Uganda’s ecosystems and agriculture, highlighting the challenges and proposing adaptation strategies. Predicted changes in temperature and precipitation patterns pose severe risks to biodiversity, agricultural productivity, water resources, and soil health. Key crops like coffee, maize, and bananas are particularly vulnerable, with potential consequences for food security. Additionally, shifts in species distribution, habitat fragmentation, and increased susceptibility to pests and diseases threaten natural vegetation and biodiversity. Effective adaptation strategies include promoting climate-smart agriculture, improving water resource management, implementing soil conservation techniques, and leveraging traditional knowledge. Conservation efforts should focus on protecting critical habitats and pollinator populations, while integrated pest management is essential for managing invasive species and pests. By addressing these challenges through comprehensive monitoring, research, and policy implementation, Uganda can enhance its resilience to climate change and ensure sustainable management of its natural resources.

 Keywords: Climate Change, Uganda, Ecosystems, Biodiversity, Adaptation Strategies, Climate-Smart Agriculture, Sustainable Management

CITE AS: Daniel Kato K. (2024). Climate Change’s Impact on Uganda’s Diverse Ecosystems and Agriculture: Challenges and Adaptation Strategies. INOSR APPLIED SCIENCES 12(2):63-68. https://doi.org/10.59298/INOSRAS/2024/12.2.636800