Situated between Mozambique and Madagascar, the Union of the Comoros is one of the world’s
poorest countries. Heavy dependence on agriculture, complicated by high population density
and a lack of governance has led to mismanagement of natural resources and land degradation.
Additionally, the country faces several environmental risks, including drought, soil erosion, and
flooding. With two cropping seasons and a favorable microclimate for agriculture, there is real
potential to increase production of banana (Musa acuminata), cassava (Manihot esculenta) and
tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum). To improve food security and create income opportunities
for the rural poor, these value chains are the focus of projects funded by the International Fund
for Agricultural Development (IFAD). This study analyses potential impacts of projected
climate change on the selected value chains and utilizes modelling approaches and GIS tools to
make preliminary recommendations on how to manage the climate risks and increase the
resilience of small-scale farmers
