Abstract

Author:
Mwawuda Grace Wakeshoa, Kilalo Dora, Mutembei Henry M’Ikiugu, Kathambi Bessy E

Doi: 10.26480/taec.01.2023.20.28

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The general management of food structures is mainly influenced by their consistency and interface with a number of other structures. The problem identified was that overall, the performance of farm activities greatly affected food security in the face of lasting changes in temperature and atmospheric conditions. The adoption of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) is a panacea aiming to address fluctuations in food supplies and support increases in farm incomes. Information was gathered using questionnaires carried out on a sample population of 240 growers carefully chosen by means of probability sampling techniques in Taita-Taveta County. Results indicated that 79% of farmers actively engaged in farming to ensure food security through the adoption of CSA practices. 85% of farmers reported the County participated to ensure food security by implementing various food programs in collaboration with other agencies and institutions. Both genders had access to agricultural resources (72.2%) and 58.8% reported extension officers as the main source of agricultural information on a monthly basis. 71.9% of farmers had storage facilities as opposed to 66% who reported a lack of County strategic reserves for the vulnerable population. The overwhelming majority of 91% held the view that the county could not sufficiently cater to the vulnerable for at least 6 months. The outcome of these mechanisms’ applications has not been documented. The study sought to document the impacts of farm activities on enhancing food security through CSA; to inform policy and best practices. The importance of CSA mechanisms cannot be overlooked in matters of food safety.