INFLUENCE OF CLIMATIC ACCIDENTS ON THE FREQUENCY OF CROP REGROWTH IN THE KABOUA DISTRICT (SAVE COMMUNE), BENIN

The Kaboua arrondissement is facing increasing challenges related to climate incidents, such as droughts, floods, and temperature variations. These events disrupt not only traditional cropping cycles but also affect the frequency of crop regrowth, which is essential for food security and the income of local farmers. The general objective of this research is to analyze the influence of climate incidents on crop regrowth in the study area. The data used include rainfall heights from 1928 to 2018, as well as maximum and minimum temperatures from 1961 to 2018, all sourced from the Savè meteorological station. This data was collected from Meteo-Benin. Additionally, a survey was conducted among the population of the Kaboua arrondissement to correlate meteorological data with local field observations. The results of this research showed that climate change alters the rainy seasons and growing periods, leading to crop losses and difficulties in maintaining sustainable crop regrowth. It is essential to emphasize that regrowth plays a key role in helping producers cope with food insecurity during the lean season. Furthermore, according to 95% of the surveyed producers, it also helps meet their financial needs. Regrowth is also crucial in the soil fertility cycle, serving as a vital link in the conservation and regeneration of nutrients necessary for crop growth. Its impact on soil health and quality is fundamental to maintaining long-term agricultural productivity.