Knowledge of Climate Smart Agriculture among Extension Professionals in Taraba State, Nigeria

This study assessed the knowledge of climate-smart agriculture among extension professionals in Taraba State A multistage sampling procedure was used to select 87 respondents for the study. Data were collected with the aid of a questionnaire and analysed using percentages and mean, and graph The findings revealed that extension professionals were knowledgeable about agroecological and diversification practices, sustainable soil management practices ( = 1.4). The extension professionals were challenged inadequate training on climate-smart agriculture and insufficient resources for acquiring knowledge, policy and institutional barriers, as well as low farmer engagement ( = 1.7). The study highlights that extension professionals possess a high level of knowledge and promote various climate-smart agricultural practices. The provision of regular training programmes and workshops for extension agents will enhance knowledge of climate-smart agricultural practices among extension professionals.