With agriculture being one of the most vulnerable sectors to heatwaves, adopting climate-smart agricultural practices is essential for reducing the impact of extreme temperatures on food production and livelihoods.
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Farmers in India can adopt a range of climate-smart agricultural techniques to cope with increasing temperatures and erratic weather patterns. These include using drought-resistant crop varieties, improving soil health, adopting efficient irrigation methods like drip irrigation, and practicing crop rotation.
In addition, integrating agroforestry—where trees are planted alongside crops—can help protect crops from direct exposure to intense heat by providing shade and reducing soil moisture evaporation. Integrated pest management (IPM) can also reduce crop losses from pests that thrive in warmer temperatures.
Training and Support for Farmers
For climate-smart agriculture to become widespread, farmers must have access to knowledge, training, and financial support. Government programs that provide subsidies for purchasing heat-tolerant seeds, water-efficient irrigation systems, and renewable energy sources for farm operations can help alleviate the pressure on farmers. Collaborative efforts between agricultural scientists, farmers, and policymakers are necessary to ensure that climate-smart techniques are accessible and economically viable.
