Oxfam Supports Cambodian Communities Adapt to The Impact of Climate Change Content sections Local communities in Takeo Province, Cambodia, rely heavily on agriculture to sustain their livelihoods. Photo: Oxfam However, climate change is having an impact on how much Takeo farmers can produce on their land. In the last 3 years, droughts have hit the area and critically reduced rice yields. Photo: Oxfam Rath Soeung, Director of a local cooperative that helps local farmers respond to the challenges posed by climate change. His cooperative includes 160 members in the area. Photo: Oxfam With support from Oxfam, this local cooperative is helping farmers adapt to the new weather conditions with trainings and innovative farming practices. Photo: Oxfam Rice is the most common crop in the area. But it requires lots of water to grow, and it ishence vulnerable to draughts. Oxfam and its local partner Rachana have supported and advised farmers to switch to less water intensive crops. Photo: Oxfam Mrs. Pech Sae, is a good example of how farmers are adapting to the change in rainfall. She recently switched from rice to a rotation of different vegetables. In her small plot of land she is now growing cucumbers. By selling her vegetables at the market, she can now sustain her whole family. Photo: Oxfam Load More Facebook Twitter LinkedIn