NAPs Agriculture Programme Brief

This document provides a overview of the 'Integrating Agriculture in National Adaptation Plans' programme, which brings a focus on adapting agricultural sectors of Least Developed and Developing Countries to the challenges caused by climate change.

Climate change threatens agricultural production, food security and nutrition in many parts of the world. While rising temperatures and increased droughts are projected to decrease production throughout this century, climate induced disasters will further erode livelihoods. Developing countries and least developed countries (LDCs) are particularly vulnerable to these impacts. The need to adapt to changing climatic conditions is especially pressing for the poor who depend directly on agriculture for their livelihoods. They are usually the hardest hit by natural hazards and crises. Thus this programme is an important aspect of National Adaptation Planning for these countries.