Utilization of climate change information sources among farmers in Nigeria

Abstract

The study examined existing literature on the sources of climate change information and their utilization among Nigerian farmers. It was also discovered that there was a high level of awareness of climate change information in the state, with major sources of climate change information including radio, television, and extension services. Farmers also use climate change information to make decisions about what and when to plant, as well as to plant improved crop varieties, among other things. There are also challenges such as decreased annual rainfall, deforestation, insect-pest attacks, and high temperatures, to name a few. A recommendation was made for a more intensive climate change awareness campaign, as well as increased budgetary allocation to the agricultural sector for more mitigation and adaptation capacity for farmers.