Lesotho’s landscapes have suffered significant degradation due to unsustainable land use, poor water resource management, and increasing vulnerability to climate change. This has led to soil erosion, reduced agricultural productivity, and loss of ecosystem services. Smallholder farmers in the region have very limited resources to adapt to environmental changes, yet 70% of the population of Lesotho depends on agriculture for both food and income. Food security is a persistent and important problem, particularly during times of water stress, making it especially vulnerable to climate fluctuations.
Farmers have options to shift their practices in response to these challenges/climate change, but many lack access to the information needed to evaluate which adaptation strategies are most feasible and profitable.
This project will harness artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen services by delivering precise, localized, and practical guidance for farmers. By improving access to critical tailored information, the project aims to help smallholder farmers make informed decisions and adopt effective climate-adaptation practices.
