Socio-Economic Impacts of Drought on Agriculture Sector and Farmers Adaptive Mechanism in District Pishin, Balochistan
Keywords:
Drought, Socio-economic impacts, Adaptive mechanisms, Climate resilience, Balochistan,Abstract
The socioeconomic effects of drought on the agricultural industry and farmers' coping strategies are investigated in this study in District Pishin, Balochistan, an area that is particularly susceptible to climate change. A mixed-methods strategy was used to gather data from 150 farmers using stratified random sampling, which included both qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys. Results indicate that frequent droughts have caused sharp drops in agricultural productivity, income, and food security, which disproportionately affect marginalized and small-scale farmers. Without institutional support, farmers' coping mechanisms—such as crop diversification, water conservation, and migration—are frequently insufficient. The results highlight the necessity of improved early warning systems, climate-smart agriculture, and focused policy initiatives to increase resilience. This study closes a significant gap in regional drought impact analyses and provides policymakers with useful suggestions.
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