Author/Authors :
Safdar, Umair University of Agriculture - Institute of Agri Extension and Rural Development, Pakistan , Shahbaz, Babar University of Agriculture - Institute of Agri Extension Rural Development, Pakistan , Ali, Tanvir University of Agriculture - Institute of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Pakistan , Khan, Izhar Ahmad University of Agriculture - Institute of Agri Extension Rural Development, Pakistan , Luqman, Muhammad University of Sargodha - University College of Agriculture, Pakistan , Ali, Shoukat University of Agriculture - Institute of Agri Extension and Rural Development, Pakistan
Abstract :
The mountainous areas are generally considered among the least developed and fragile regions. Climate change has exacerbated the effect on livelihood of the mountainous areas, particularly small farmers who are striving hard to adopt the farming practices in accordance with the climate change. Agricultural advisory service in the mountainous areas has always been challenge for the extension workers especially in context of climate change. This paper examined the role of agricultural extension in adaptation to climate change in Kaghan valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. Both qualitative and quantitative methods were used for the purpose of data collection. The paper argues that agri. extension department can play a crucial role by creating awareness regarding adaption of best practices regarding climate change, deforestation and planting of trees. There is also need of launching campaign to educate the farmers and to build their resilience to cope with the negative effects of climate change.
Keywords :
Farm services , livelihood , climate change , forestation , Kaghan valley
