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Українська Climate Risk Assessment in Agriculture (using the example of a specific agricultural sector or geographical region)
Course includes
2 modules:
Module #1 – Assessing climate risks and vulnerabilities in agriculture;
Module #2 – Developing adaptation strategies for agricultural systems;
4 lectures;
5 practical works/homework;
situational analysis and final test.
Course description
The course “Climate Risk Assessment in Agriculture (using the example of a specific agricultural sector or geographical region)” is aimed at developing competencies in the field of climate risk assessment in agriculture, taking into account both climatic and socio-economic factors. Particular attention is paid to the transition from general risk assessment to the development of practically oriented adaptation strategies aimed at increasing the sustainability of agricultural production, preserving natural resources and ensuring food security.
Course objective. To develop in students the ability to conduct a comprehensive and scientifically sound assessment of climate risks and vulnerabilities in agriculture, integrating climatic, agricultural and socio-economic data, as well as to develop practically oriented adaptation strategies aimed at increasing the sustainability of agricultural production, efficient use of natural resources and ensuring food security.