BY NOMTHANDAZO MAYISELA (INTERN)
MBABANE – As climate change continues to threaten farming across Southern Africa, a new agricultural resource is expected to help farmers better protect their crops, livestock and livelihoods.
The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has released an updated Compendium of 67 Technical Briefs on Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA), providing practical guidance on climate-resilient farming methods.
According to information shared on the CCARDESA Facebook page, the publication covers key areas including soil fertility management, water conservation, crop diversification, agroforestry, livestock management, pest control and climate adaptation strategies.
The resource was originally developed with support from GIZ and first published in 2019 before being updated to respond to growing climate and agricultural challenges affecting the region.
For many farmers across Southern Africa, changing weather patterns, prolonged droughts, heatwaves and pest outbreaks continue to place pressure on food production and household incomes. Smallholder farmers in particular often struggle with water shortages, declining soil quality and limited access to technical farming information.
The updated publication is designed for farmers, extension officers, researchers, policy makers and development practitioners, with the aim of supporting more sustainable and resilient food systems.
Beyond the printed material, the technical briefs are also available through the CCARDESA Mobile Learning App, allowing users to access farming information digitally through Android and iOS platforms. The growing use of mobile learning tools is increasingly helping bridge information gaps in agriculture, especially in remote communities.
CCARDESA continues to work with regional governments, researchers and development partners to strengthen agricultural resilience and improve food security across Southern Africa.
As climate pressures continue to reshape agriculture, initiatives promoting climate-smart farming are becoming increasingly important in helping communities adapt while protecting livelihoods and ensuring long-term food production.
For many farmers, access to practical knowledge could mean the difference between failed harvests and sustainable farming success.
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