(IDEAS, 2019-04-18) Ndiritu, Simon Wagura; Ruhinduka, Remidius
This paper focuses on improved storage and preservation technologies as an adaptation strategy in response to climate
change. We also study the trade-off between improved cereal storage technologies and the preservation techniques among
rural households in Tanzania. We find that climate variables significantly influence farmers’ choice of improved storage technologies and preserving decisions. Using a bivariate probit model, we find that modern storage technologies and preservation
measures are substitutes. Farmers can significantly reduce annual costs associated with preservation by adopting (usually
long lasting) modern storage facilities.
