date:Dec 18, 2012
lants require very reliable rainfall patterns for growth. Farmers face challenges associated with climate change such as heat stress, pest pressure and water scarcity.
As part of its efforts to safeguard coffee plantations, Nestl trained more than 16,000 coffee farmers worldwide in 2011 in techniques to adapt to changing weather patterns such as temperature increases and limited rainfall.
The training includes how to better prepare soil and prevent erosion, responsible use of fertiliser, water