The Effects of Climate Change on Food Production in Ghana: An Exploration of the Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies Model

ABSTRACT This study investigates the intricate effects of climate change on food production in Ghana, emphasizing the country's dependence on rain‐fed agriculture and the mounting threat posed by climate variability. The primary research gap addressed is the limited empirical understanding of how recent (2010–2022) fluctuations in temperature and rainfall are shaping yield trends for Ghana's principal food crops, with a particular focus on the differing resilience and vulnerabilities among crops such as maize, cassava, yam and millet. Leveraging robust secondary datasets from national meteorological and agricultural agencies, the research employs descriptive statistics, time‐series, correlation, and regression analyses to quantify the linkages between evolving climate conditions and agricultural output. The novelty of this work lies in its comprehensive assessment of not only the physical impacts—such as significant increases in both minimum and maximum temperatures and erratic rainfall patterns—but also the effectiveness of ongoing adaptation strategies on crop performance. Findings clearly demonstrate that while some crops have adapted successfully, others like millet have suffered notable declines. The study offers new insights by critically evaluating climate‐resilient crop varieties, advanced water management, and community engagements as pathways to reinforce food security amidst dynamic climate conditions. These results highlight the pressing need for data‐driven, integrated adaptation policies tailored to Ghana's agricultural sector, thus contributing valuable direction for policymakers, farmers, and stakeholders aiming to bolster resilience in developing economies.