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Which of the following best describes the location of the Sahel?
Which of the following best describes the location of the Sahel?
- It is a temperate grassland located in southern Africa.
- It is a coastal rainforest region in western Africa.
- It is a mountainous region in eastern Africa known for its high elevation.
- It is a tropical semi-arid zone between the Sahara Desert and the Sudanian Savanna. (correct)
What is a key characteristic of the Sahel's temperature profile?
What is a key characteristic of the Sahel's temperature profile?
- High annual temperature range with very cold winters and hot summers.
- Consistently low temperatures throughout the year.
- Moderate temperatures with significant seasonal variation.
- Low annual temperature range with consistently high temperatures. (correct)
Which of the following statements accurately describes the rainfall pattern in the Sahel?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the rainfall pattern in the Sahel?
- Consistent rainfall throughout the year ensures stable vegetation cover.
- Rainfall is concentrated in the summer months and is generally unreliable. (correct)
- Rainfall is evenly distributed across all seasons, promoting diverse agriculture.
- The region experiences high precipitation during winter months, supporting dense forests.
How do the prevailing winds from the Sahara Desert affect the Sahel region?
How do the prevailing winds from the Sahara Desert affect the Sahel region?
Why is the high evaporation rate a significant concern in the Sahel?
Why is the high evaporation rate a significant concern in the Sahel?
Based on its climate characteristics, which climate classification is most appropriate for the Sahel?
Based on its climate characteristics, which climate classification is most appropriate for the Sahel?
How does the timing of the rainy season impact agricultural practices in the Sahel?
How does the timing of the rainy season impact agricultural practices in the Sahel?
Which factor most significantly contributes to the vulnerability of the Sahel to desertification?
Which factor most significantly contributes to the vulnerability of the Sahel to desertification?
If the average yearly temperature in the Sahel increased by $2°C$ with no change in rainfall, what would be the most likely consequence?
If the average yearly temperature in the Sahel increased by $2°C$ with no change in rainfall, what would be the most likely consequence?
Considering the climate and geography of the Sahel, which adaptation strategy would be most effective for local farmers to ensure food security?
Considering the climate and geography of the Sahel, which adaptation strategy would be most effective for local farmers to ensure food security?
Why does the Sahel region experience low humidity despite seasonal winds?
Why does the Sahel region experience low humidity despite seasonal winds?
Which combination of climatic factors most significantly contributes to the challenges of crop cultivation in the Sahel?
Which combination of climatic factors most significantly contributes to the challenges of crop cultivation in the Sahel?
What is the primary type of soil found in the Sahel region, and how does it affect agriculture?
What is the primary type of soil found in the Sahel region, and how does it affect agriculture?
How does the lack of substantial vegetation cover in the Sahel contribute to a cycle of environmental degradation?
How does the lack of substantial vegetation cover in the Sahel contribute to a cycle of environmental degradation?
What is the primary reason nomadic pastoralism is practiced in the Sahel?
What is the primary reason nomadic pastoralism is practiced in the Sahel?
What is the most significant consequence of high evaporation rates in the Sahel region, considering the limited rainfall?
What is the most significant consequence of high evaporation rates in the Sahel region, considering the limited rainfall?
Which of the following best describes the natural inputs affecting agriculture in the Sahel?
Which of the following best describes the natural inputs affecting agriculture in the Sahel?
How does the conversion of pastoral land to agricultural land contribute to food insecurity in the Sahel?
How does the conversion of pastoral land to agricultural land contribute to food insecurity in the Sahel?
Which of the following factors is a natural constraint on agricultural activities in the Sahel?
Which of the following factors is a natural constraint on agricultural activities in the Sahel?
What is a key characteristic of the vegetation in the Sahel region that contributes to soil erosion?
What is a key characteristic of the vegetation in the Sahel region that contributes to soil erosion?
Which of the following human factors most significantly exacerbates the food problem in the Sahel?
Which of the following human factors most significantly exacerbates the food problem in the Sahel?
What is the effect of shortened fallow periods on soil in the Sahel?
What is the effect of shortened fallow periods on soil in the Sahel?
In what way does limited rainfall in the Sahel impact the process of desertification?
In what way does limited rainfall in the Sahel impact the process of desertification?
What type of farming is most commonly practiced in the Sahel, given the environmental and economic constraints of the region?
What type of farming is most commonly practiced in the Sahel, given the environmental and economic constraints of the region?
How does poverty contribute to the food crisis in the Sahel region?
How does poverty contribute to the food crisis in the Sahel region?
What is the most direct impact of unreliable rainfall on pastoral activities in the Sahel?
What is the most direct impact of unreliable rainfall on pastoral activities in the Sahel?
Which human factor most directly exacerbates the natural limitations on agriculture in the Sahel?
Which human factor most directly exacerbates the natural limitations on agriculture in the Sahel?
What is a consequence of high average temperatures in the Sahel region?
What is a consequence of high average temperatures in the Sahel region?
Which intervention would most effectively address the interconnected problems of soil degradation and water scarcity in the Sahel?
Which intervention would most effectively address the interconnected problems of soil degradation and water scarcity in the Sahel?
A farmer in the Sahel is experiencing decreasing yields of millet due to soil erosion. Which of the following strategies would be most effective in addressing this issue directly?
A farmer in the Sahel is experiencing decreasing yields of millet due to soil erosion. Which of the following strategies would be most effective in addressing this issue directly?
Which of the following best describes the primary environmental challenge facing agricultural practices in the Sahel region?
Which of the following best describes the primary environmental challenge facing agricultural practices in the Sahel region?
What is the correlation between climate change and displacement in the Sahel region?
What is the correlation between climate change and displacement in the Sahel region?
Which agricultural adaptation strategy would be MOST effective for farmers in the Sahel to mitigate the effects of drought?
Which agricultural adaptation strategy would be MOST effective for farmers in the Sahel to mitigate the effects of drought?
What role do international organizations like the UNHCR play in addressing the challenges in the Sahel?
What role do international organizations like the UNHCR play in addressing the challenges in the Sahel?
What is a key characteristic of the climate in the Sahel region that significantly affects its vulnerability to environmental challenges?
What is a key characteristic of the climate in the Sahel region that significantly affects its vulnerability to environmental challenges?
Consider a scenario where a community in the Sahel experiences a prolonged drought. Which action would be the MOST sustainable long-term solution?
Consider a scenario where a community in the Sahel experiences a prolonged drought. Which action would be the MOST sustainable long-term solution?
How does land degradation in the Sahel contribute to food insecurity?
How does land degradation in the Sahel contribute to food insecurity?
What is a likely consequence of climate change on water resources in the Sahel?
What is a likely consequence of climate change on water resources in the Sahel?
How do conflicts in the Sahel exacerbate the impacts of climate change on food security?
How do conflicts in the Sahel exacerbate the impacts of climate change on food security?
Which measure would best address the interconnected challenges of climate change, food insecurity, and conflict in the Sahel?
Which measure would best address the interconnected challenges of climate change, food insecurity, and conflict in the Sahel?
Which of the following is the MOST direct consequence of overgrazing in the Sahel region?
Which of the following is the MOST direct consequence of overgrazing in the Sahel region?
How does a large increase in population MOST directly contribute to food problems in the Sahel?
How does a large increase in population MOST directly contribute to food problems in the Sahel?
What is the MOST likely outcome when pastureland does NOT have enough time to regenerate in the Sahel?
What is the MOST likely outcome when pastureland does NOT have enough time to regenerate in the Sahel?
In the context of the Sahel, which of the following BEST describes the relationship between overgrazing and food security?
In the context of the Sahel, which of the following BEST describes the relationship between overgrazing and food security?
What underlying issue is exacerbated by both overgrazing and increasing population in the Sahel?
What underlying issue is exacerbated by both overgrazing and increasing population in the Sahel?
Which statement BEST captures the interconnectedness of factors leading to severe food problems in the Sahel?
Which statement BEST captures the interconnectedness of factors leading to severe food problems in the Sahel?
Considering the factors discussed, what is a potential long-term consequence of inaction regarding food problems in the Sahel?
Considering the factors discussed, what is a potential long-term consequence of inaction regarding food problems in the Sahel?
What is the MOST likely impact of prolonged nutritional deficiencies on the population of the Sahel?
What is the MOST likely impact of prolonged nutritional deficiencies on the population of the Sahel?
Which factor MOST directly turns a food shortage into a severe humanitarian crisis in the Sahel?
Which factor MOST directly turns a food shortage into a severe humanitarian crisis in the Sahel?
What intervention would BEST address the root causes of food problems related to overgrazing in the Sahel?
What intervention would BEST address the root causes of food problems related to overgrazing in the Sahel?
Which of the following scenarios BEST illustrates the concept of a 'positive feedback loop' that exacerbates food problems in the Sahel?
Which of the following scenarios BEST illustrates the concept of a 'positive feedback loop' that exacerbates food problems in the Sahel?
How might improved education levels, particularly for women, indirectly alleviate food problems in the Sahel?
How might improved education levels, particularly for women, indirectly alleviate food problems in the Sahel?
Which statement BEST explains why solving the food crisis in the Sahel requires a multi-faceted approach?
Which statement BEST explains why solving the food crisis in the Sahel requires a multi-faceted approach?
Which of the following BEST describes a strategy that integrates both environmental sustainability and economic development to address food problems in the Sahel?
Which of the following BEST describes a strategy that integrates both environmental sustainability and economic development to address food problems in the Sahel?
How can technology BEST contribute to mitigating food problems in the Sahel?
How can technology BEST contribute to mitigating food problems in the Sahel?
Flashcards
The Sahel
The Sahel
A transitional zone in Africa between the Sahara Desert and the Sudanian Savanna.
Sahel Dimensions
Sahel Dimensions
Over 5,400 km long and covers 3,000,000 km².
Sahel Temperatures
Sahel Temperatures
Minimum temperature of 26.4℃, with an annual average of 32.6℃ and a low annual range of 10.9℃.
Sahel Rainfall
Sahel Rainfall
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Winter Winds in the Sahel
Winter Winds in the Sahel
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Sahel Humidity
Sahel Humidity
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Evaporation in the Sahel
Evaporation in the Sahel
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Sahel Climate
Sahel Climate
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Sahel Rainy Season
Sahel Rainy Season
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Sahel Overall
Sahel Overall
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Sahel Soil Type
Sahel Soil Type
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High Evaporation
High Evaporation
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Limited Rainfall
Limited Rainfall
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Vegetation Loss
Vegetation Loss
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Natural Constraints on Sahel Agriculture
Natural Constraints on Sahel Agriculture
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Human Constraints on Sahel Agriculture
Human Constraints on Sahel Agriculture
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Subsistence Farming
Subsistence Farming
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Extensive Farming
Extensive Farming
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Sahel definition
Sahel definition
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Nomadic Pastoralism
Nomadic Pastoralism
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Products of Sahelian Pastoralism
Products of Sahelian Pastoralism
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Natural Agricultural Inputs in the Sahel
Natural Agricultural Inputs in the Sahel
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Human Agricultural Inputs in the Sahel
Human Agricultural Inputs in the Sahel
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Agricultural Outputs in the Sahel
Agricultural Outputs in the Sahel
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Soil Issues in the Sahel
Soil Issues in the Sahel
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Rainfall Problems in the Sahel
Rainfall Problems in the Sahel
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Temperature in the Sahel
Temperature in the Sahel
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Impact of Population Growth on Sahel Food Security
Impact of Population Growth on Sahel Food Security
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Land Use Transformation in the Sahel
Land Use Transformation in the Sahel
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What is the Sahel?
What is the Sahel?
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Sahel Vegetation
Sahel Vegetation
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Sahel Farming
Sahel Farming
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Sahel Temperatures (average)
Sahel Temperatures (average)
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Sahel Location
Sahel Location
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Sahel Winter Winds
Sahel Winter Winds
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Sahel Rainfall Pattern
Sahel Rainfall Pattern
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Humidity in the Sahel
Humidity in the Sahel
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Dominant Sahel Vegetation Type
Dominant Sahel Vegetation Type
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Sahel Food Crisis
Sahel Food Crisis
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Overgrazing
Overgrazing
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Population Boom
Population Boom
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Increased Food Demand
Increased Food Demand
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Pasture Regeneration
Pasture Regeneration
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Malnutrition
Malnutrition
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Malnutrition Statistics
Malnutrition Statistics
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Causes of Sahel Crisis
Causes of Sahel Crisis
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Overgrazing Effects
Overgrazing Effects
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Population Pressure
Population Pressure
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Increased Farming Intensity
Increased Farming Intensity
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Impact of High Food Demand
Impact of High Food Demand
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Lack of Regeneration Time
Lack of Regeneration Time
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Consequences of Food Crisis
Consequences of Food Crisis
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Sahel Crisis Summary
Sahel Crisis Summary
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Study Notes
- The report provides information on food issues in the Sahel region of Africa.
- The report was compiled by group 3C(18) Luo Rui Long ([email protected]), 3C(14) Li Zhijie ([email protected]), 3C(26) Xie Ruiqi ([email protected]) and 3C(15) Liao Jiaming ([email protected])
Geographical Location of the Sahel
- The Sahel is a tropical semi-arid zone located between the Sahara Desert and the Sudanian Savanna.
- It stretches over 5,400 km and covers an area of 3,000,000 km².
- Countries located in the Sahel include:
- Senegal
- Mauritania
- Mali
- Algeria
- Libya
- Egypt
- Niger
- Chad
- Sudan
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Somalia
- Burkina Faso
- Nigeria
Climate of the Sahel
- The lowest temperature throughout the year is 26.4℃, and the average annual temperature is 32.6℃.
- The annual temperature difference is only 10.9℃.
- The Sahel region has low annual temperature differences and is hot all year round. Note that the data about temperature refers to January data.
- In winter/autumn, there is little or no rainfall.
- Rainfall is concentrated in summer, and can reach up to 96mm.
- Rainfall in the Sahel region is concentrated in the summer and is unstable.
- In the winter in the Sahel, the prevailing wind is an offshore wind from the Sahara Desert, which is very hot and dry.
- The Sahel is located inland, so even the onshore winds in summer do not bring much moisture.
- In the dry season (winter/autumn), there is little rainfall, but the temperature is high, leading to high evaporation. As such, the Sahel region has a tropical semi-arid climate.
Climate Conclusion of the Sahel
- The climate of the Sahel can be summarized as a tropical semi-arid climate.
- Rainfall is insufficient and unevenly distributed, with an average annual rainfall of ~400mm.
- Temperatures are high, with an average annual temperature of 27℃.
- Additionally, the rate of evaporation is high.
- These conditions make cultivation difficult in the region.
Soil and Vegetation Characteristics
- Soils include barren, sandy soil, which limits plant growth due to its lack of water holding capacity and low mineral content. Extreme weather can also lead to water loss.
- Soil erosion is a significant problem.
- Average annual temperatures are high, leading to high evaporation rates.
- Insufficient rainfall leads to failure to make up for the evaporated water.
- Vegetation is characterized by low bushes, shrubs and sparse grass.
- Soil nutrients are insufficient to support the growth of larger and more plants.
- Soil erosion leads to soil erosion (dead cycle).
- Transpiration decreases and rainfall decreases (dead cycle +1).
Limitations on Agricultural Activities
- Natural limitations:
- Lack of water resources
- Insufficient rainfall
- High evaporation
- Soil infertility
- Desertification
- Frequent extreme weather
- Human limitations:
- Low technology level
- Poor education
- Poverty
Main Types of Agriculture
- Extensive self-sufficient cultivation
- Small scale
- Only suitable for a few arable land in the south
- Produced crops includes millet and peanuts
- Extensive nomadism
- This method involves herding in search of water and pasture
- It allows for sustainable agricultural practices through rotational farming methods
- Animals such as cattle, goats and leather are farmed
Agricultural Systems
- The inputs, processes, and outputs involved in agriculture in the Sahel:
- Natural input
- High temperatures
- Low rainfall
- Poor soil
- Livestock
- Human input
- Labour
- Tools tools
- Agricultural machinery
- The processes for farming involves animal husbandry and irrigation etc
- Outputs
- Milk,
- Meat
- Leather,
- Millet and,
- Cotton
Causes of the Food Crisis
- Natural Factors: the factors that impacted accessibility to crops and livestock
- Soil related, infertile soil, leading loss of arable farmland
- Lack of and inconsistent rainfall, leading to prolonged drought
- Scarcity of water sources
- High temperatures and prolonged heat at approximately 27 °C
- Human Factors: those related to human interaction with farming and food accessibility
- Increased the need for more farmland
- Low-level education and therefore lack of awareness
- Constant increase of living costs has increased poverty amongst families
- Continuous change of land usages
- Shorter fallow period which leads to reduced farmland available
- Overgrazing the land to increase meat production
The Food Crisis in Sahel
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31.8 Million people are in need
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There is currently US$ 4.1 Billion total requirement in 2022, but is largely unavailable
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An estimated of 6.7 Million displaced (refugees or otherwise)
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Food security-related:
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Total 11.2 M are food insecure people
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Nutrition-related:
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A reported 1.8 Million malnourished people
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