In West Africa, climate variability and extreme weather events increasingly affected agricultural productivity, food security, and rural livelihoods. Integrated solutions combining soil health management, climate information, sustainable agricultural practices, and access to essential resources proved critical in better preparing farmers for climate-related risks. To address these challenges, the Soil Values program organized a webinar entitled “Preparing for El Niño: How Integrated Climate-Smart Solutions Can Strengthen the Coping Capacity of Smallholder Farmers.” The session highlighted how seasonal forecasts, early warning systems, Integrated Soil Fertility Management (ISFM), sustainable land management, and other climate-smart approaches can support smallholder farmers in anticipating risks, adapting their practices, and strengthening the resilience of agricultural systems.
