Abstract:
Due to its geographic location and geomorphic characteristics, Bangladesh is extremely
vulnerable to climate change and natural catastrophes. The purpose of this study was to
identify the climate hazards, the present state of use of Climate Smart Agriculture
(CSA) Technology, and the benefits of using such technology in the southern part of
Bangladesh. A survey was conducted in 2021 at Taltoli upazila of Barguna district and
Kalapara upazila of Patuakhali district among 120 farmers. From the survey, it was
found that about 75 percent of the respondents understand about climate-smart
agriculture. Adaptive strategies were ranked by calculating a dependent variable named
adaptation strategy index (ASI). Saline-tolerant crop varieties, Sunflower cultivation
and watermelon cultivation were the highest-ranked strategies. Survey results showed
that farmers obtained various social, economic, technical and psychological benefits
from CSA practices. The results also indicate that lack of irrigation water ranked first
and seems to be the most severe problem for the farmers followed by inadequate
provision of sluice gates. Farmer's CSA technology adaptation has been calculated
using a Nobel index named CSAT (CSA Technology Index). A statistical analysis of
data showed that educational status, number of earning family members and income of
the farmer had significant influence on the farmer's ability to adopt CSA practices.
Description:
A Thesis
Submitted to the Faculty of Agriculture
Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka
in partial fulfillment of the requirements
for the degree of
MASTER OF SCIENCE
IN
AGROFORESTRY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
