In The Gambia, climatic and non-climatic stressors continue impacting principal ecosystems which are mainly agricultural lands and forests, contributing to high rates of de-vegetation and degradation. The communities rely on crop and livestock husbandry for their livelihoods, with agriculture supporting 26% of the GDP, employing 45% of the population, and accounting for 20-30% of total landcover. However, productivity continues to be low due to human and nonhuman activities, necessitating urgent actions to reverse the trend in the wake a of changing climate.
Publication year
2022
Authors
Duguma, L.A.; Muthee, K.; Bah, A.; Minang, P.A.; Jaiteh, M.S.; Jallow, B.P.
Language
English
Keywords
agroforestry, national planning, sustainable development, markets, value chain
Geographic
Gambia
