Adaptive Capacity of Egyptian Women to Climate Change in Agriculture

Abstract

Agriculture is one of the sectors most vulnerable to changes in weather patterns and extreme events, such as drought and flooding. Adapting to this evolving environment is essential to overcome challenges in providing food for a growing population, sustaining livelihoods throughout the food value chain, and enhancing the sustainability of the agricultural sector. Agriculture in Egypt is particularly exposed to climate change. In recent decades, Egypt’s climate has been dry, hot, and barren, with minimal precipitation. However, climate change has exacerbated these already challenging climatic conditions through increased temperature fluctuations, severe heat waves, desertification, and droughts. In 2021, yields of key crops, including mangoes and olives, plummeted by 40% and 80%, respectively, due to climate change. Projections suggest that crop yields will decline significantly by 2050.