Livelihood vulnerability of agricultural communities to climate change in selected barangays [villages] in Brooke's Point, Palawan [Philippines]
2024
Colili, J.V.C.
Although climate change is a global issue, its effects vary between regions, countries, sectors, and communities. Due to their limited capacity to adapt to the changing climate and access to other forms of production, agrarian communities in emerging nations suffer the most. This study assessed the vulnerability of agriculture-based households in three Barangays [villages] situated within the Mambalot-Filantropia Watershed (MFW) in Brooke's Point, Palawan [Philippines]. Through a comprehensive evaluation of socioeconomic and biophysical aspects, the study determined vulnerability levels, identified influencing factors, and proposed possible interventions. A survey encompassing 300 households and secondary data collection from relevant government sources formed the basis of the analysis. Results revealed moderate vulnerability across all barangays, with Mambalot emerging as the most vulnerable according to the Livelihood Vulnerability Index (LVI), but Barangay Ipilan exhibited the highest vulnerability when considering exposure, adaptive capacity, and sensitivity (LVI-IPCC). Food vulnerability, social networks, and exposure to climate variability were identified as primary concerns, urging prioritization of climate change mitigation efforts in these areas. The study underscored the significance of local government involvement in enhancing resilience and delivering essential services to agricultural communities. It is recommended that proactive adaptation measures be enacted, additional research on biophysical factors be conducted, and the LVI framework be refined to enhance its suitability for broader application within the Philippine context.
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