Challenges

Definition

Challenges refer to difficulties or obstacles faced by individuals or groups when trying to achieve a goal or complete a task. In the context of subsistence agriculture, challenges can include limited access to resources like water or fertile land, unpredictable weather conditions leading to crop failure, or lack of knowledge about efficient agricultural practices.

Related terms

Food Insecurity: This term describes the state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. Food insecurity is often a result of challenges faced by subsistence agriculture.

Climate Change: This refers to long-term shifts in weather patterns, including rising temperatures and more frequent extreme weather events. Climate change poses significant challenges for subsistence farmers as it can disrupt growing seasons and lead to crop failures.

Market Access: Market access refers to the ability of farmers to sell their products in local or global markets. Limited market access can be a challenge for subsistence farmers who rely on selling surplus produce to generate income.