Coping with drought stress in crops with climate change


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  • Sangeeta Lenka
  • N K Lenka

Abstract

The most efficient use of limited irrigation water will require planning and changes in how things are managed during drought conditions. The success of adaptation strategies depends on how well they are integrated into the entire farming system and value chain – from inputs, production and processing to storage and marketing. The success can be attributed to adequate capacity building, effective participation of target groups, integration with government and other programs, availability of such support services as extension, credit, inputs and marketing. Any management strategies should be holistic, focusing on the value chain from production to marketing process, and implemented in a participatory manner. They should also embrace capacity building and stakeholder involvement, especially by relevant government departments. The challenge is to convince poor and risk-averse, small-holder farmers that they can benefit by improving their agricultural production systems. An integrated approach is a prerequisite for achieving sustainable solutions.

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Author Biographies

  • Sangeeta Lenka
    Programme Coordinator, Indian Institute of Soil Science, Nabibagh, Berasia Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462 038
  • N K Lenka
    Senior Scientist, Indian Institute of Soil Science, Nabibagh, Berasia Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462 038

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Lenka, S., & Lenka, N. K. (2015). Coping with drought stress in crops with climate change. Indian Farming, 63(2). https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/53916