Document Type

Article

Department

Arusha Climate and Environmental Research Centre

Abstract

Climate change increasingly threatens agricultural productivity, food security, and rural livelihoods, with significant impacts in regions experiencing environmental and socio-economic vulnerabilities. While technological innovations are central to advancing climate-resilient agriculture, locally embedded knowledge systems are equally critical for enabling adaptive and sustainable food systems. This study examines how land-based learning (LBL) contributes to climate resilience through intergenerational knowledge transfer and context-specific adaptation practices. The study employed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, with a systematic literature search conducted across major scientific databases, i.e., Scopus and Web of Science using predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Eligible studies were examined for LBL interventions with reported outcomes in food literacy or climate resilience. The findings identify five interconnected pathways through which LBL enhances resilience: adaptive ecological knowledge, diversification and agrobiodiversity, ecosystem stewardship, anticipatory learning, and social reciprocity. These pathways improve decision-making, reduce production risks, and enhance sustainability. LBL further strengthens food-related skills, system awareness, and adaptive capacity, contributing to improved resilience outcomes. Integrating land-based knowledge with emerging technologies enhances the effectiveness and inclusivity of climate-resilient strategies. The study positions LBL as a complementary driver of innovation in achieving sustainable and resilient food systems.

Publication (Name of Journal)

Faculty of Engineering and Technology International Conference (FETiCON 2026)

DOI

10.63748/FETiCON2026.v4i1CMT306

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