How Climate Change Has Impacted The Philippine Farming and Agricultural Landscape

The Philippines is among the countries most vulnerable to natural calamities, with its agriculture sector bearing the brunt of frequent exposure to catastrophic events, particularly typhoons, floods, and droughts.

 

Due to the increasing weather unpredictability brought on by climate change, food availability, access, and quality are all compromised. The Philippines, which is equatorial, enjoys a tropical maritime climate. As a result, the rainy and dry seasons constitute two separate seasons.

 

According to WFP, the impact of climate change on agriculture is devastating. Previous studies reveal that the Philippines suffered Php 463 billion in damages from extreme weather events in the past decade, with 62.7 percent, equivalent to Php 290 billion, attributed to the agricultural sector.

 

Weather significantly influences farming in various ways, shaping agricultural practices, crop yields, and overall productivity. Some key ways in which weather impacts farming include; temperature, precipitation, seasonal patterns, natural disaster, water availability and soil quality.

 

Amidst the challenges brought on by climate change affecting Philippine agriculture, there is a growing emphasis on practical strategies, streamlined farming methods, and sustainable policies. 

 

Lastly, the Philippines grapples with growing challenges in agriculture due to climate change-related natural disasters. An approach integrating technology, community resilience, and environmental conservation is seen as crucial to fortify the nation's agricultural sector against the evolving impacts of a changing climate.