Challenges Faced by Smallholder Scale Farmers in Zambia: A Case of Northern Province

Small-scale farmers in Zambia's Northern Province face multifaceted ted challenges that hinder their productivity and economic growth.These challenges include limited access to credit, reliance on traditional farming practices, climate change impacts, poor infrastructure, high input costs, and insecure land tenure.Despite various interventions, such as Government subsidies and extension services, significant gaps remain in addressing these issues effectively.This study explores the systemic barriers faced by small-scale farmers in the region and examines potential solutions to enhance their productivity and livelihoods.Drawing from recent literature, this analysis underscores the need for targeted policies to improve access to financing, modern agricultural technologies, and resilient farming practices to mitigate the effects of climate change and market constraints.Improve agriculture technologies to enhance productivity.To access the readily available market, small-scale farmers will need good transport and better feeder roads.