Climate variability and rural livelihoods: Assessing the impact of seasonal climate forecasts in Lesotho

Abstract

This article analyzes climate variability and seasonal changes and how they affect rural livelihoods and agricultural production in Lesotho. Climate and weather changes, such as a drought, can have a devastating effect on subsistence agriculture. By analyzing the strategies and adaptive capacity of rural households use to combat climatic changes, it could provide insight into the potential impact of forecasts among groups in rural areas.