Abstract:
The study analyzed the effects of temperature variability on maize production in Namalemba subcounty
Bugweri district.
This study focused towards the effects of temperature variability on maize production, as the main
objective of the research, the perception of farmers to temperature variability, the adaptive measures
towards the mitigation of the negative effects of temperature variability and the barriers to adaptation for
mitigation of the effects of temperature variability on maize production.
The research employed across sectional, descriptive research design to get data from the local farmers on
the effects of temperature variability, perception towards the effects of temperature variability, adaptive
measures to mitigate the effects of temperature variability and the barriers to adaptation towards the
negative effects of temperature variability on maize production. Data was collected using pretested
questionaries. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel and SPSS version 20 software, presented using
charts, graphs and tables. Findings from the study revealed that temperature variability as a serious
problem with men sore (4.50), temperature variability contributes to reduced yields reflected with mean
score (4.39) and also lack of extension services with mean score (3.11) show that this is a significant
barrier to adaptation This study therefore identifies key adaptive strategies adopted by farmers,
practicing crop rotation. planting improved varieties, mulching the soil, artificial watering or irrigation,
mixed cropping, planting drought resistant maize varieties and changing planting time.
In relation to the findings, recommendations include improving access to information, implementing
financial support mechanisms, strengthening extension services, promoting adoption of climatesmartagriculturepractices,
and reviewing government policies. These findings contribute to the
understanding of temperature variability in maize farming and provide actionable insights for
policymakers, researchers, and local community.
