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Agroecology enhances food security and climate adaptation in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Practices like organic nutrient use and crop diversification show significant benefits, though mitigation data is limited.

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  • Agricultural Science
  • Climate Science
  • Food Security Studies

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  • Assessing agroecology's dual role in climate change mitigation/adaptation and food security is crucial for sustainable development in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
  • Evaluating smallholder systems requires a comprehensive look at diverse indicators, including yield, adaptive capacity, and climate impact.

Approach:

  • Systematic review of 50 articles, analyzing 77 cases of agroecological practices against conventional farming in LMICs.
  • Focused on 35 indicators spanning crop yield, adaptive capacity (e.g., diversity, income, pest control), and climate change mitigation (e.g., GHG emissions, carbon sequestration).

Key Points:

  • 63% of cases showed higher crop yields under agroecological practices.
  • Adaptive capacity indicators (crop diversity, income stability, nutrient regulation, pest reduction) improved in over 70% of cases.
  • Evidence for climate change mitigation impacts (GHG emissions, carbon sequestration) remains limited.

Conclusions:

  • Agroecological practices, particularly organic nutrient sources, legume diversification, and integrated pest management, effectively support climate change adaptation.
  • While promising for food security and climate services, further research is needed on mitigation strategies and specific practices like landscape mosaics.
  • Policy and research interventions are vital to bridge knowledge gaps and promote widespread adoption for sustainable agriculture in LMICs.