The concept of social capital formations has received much attention. However, its role in implementing climate change adaptation strategies is rarely discussed. This study investigated the effects of social capital formations on the adopting of climate change adaptation strategies among smallholder farmers in Osun State. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select respondents. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and a multinomial logit model. The predominant climate adaptation methods are early and late planting (73.3%), fallowing (36.3), intercropping (10%), crop rotation (83.3%), irrigation (60%), and crop residue/mulching (7.7%). The social capital formation strategies used by farmers in descending order of predominance were Esusu (90.3%), religious group (88.9%), farmers’ group (86.23%), thrift and credit union (63.9%) and age group association (27.8%). The result of the multinomial logit model reveals that membership in social capital formations has positive and significant effects on the decision of farmers to practice climate change mitigation methods. This study contributes to understanding how social capital, through networks, trust, and shared norms, shapes the adoption of climate change adaptation strategies in Nigeria. It highlights the role of community ties in enhancing knowledge exchange, resource access, and collective action, promoting more effective adaptation to climate impacts.
Social Capital Formations; Adoption; Climate Change Adaptation Strategies; Osun State
Adeagbo, A., Kehinde, A., Bamire, A. (2025): Climate Change Adaptation Strategies by Smallholder Farmers in Nigeria: What Role Do Social Capital Formations Play in the Adoption Process? Scientia Agriculturae Bohemica, 56, 2, 8, DOI: 10.7160/sab.2025.560208