Abstract:Vulnerability to climate variability and change differs from one group to another, from sector to another, and between regions. Understanding the degree to which smallholder farmers are vulnerable to climate risk is critical when assessing adaptation responses to offset current and future risks. Here, we assessed the vulnerability of smallholder farmers to climate variability in Chiredzi, Zimbabwe. Vulnerability is assessed using a two-dimensional approach – quantitative analysis of observed climate data to as… Show more
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