Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 22, 2024
Abstract
Despite
the
several
existing
initiatives
to
obtain
evapotranspiration
data
for
scientific
analysis,
it
remains
a
challenge
when
dealing
with
scarcity,
especially
is
coupled
many
gaps
of
long-time
climatological
series.
In
this
study,
we
developed
two
Python
scripts
perform
reference
calculations
in
scarcity
conditions,
filling
potential
gaps,
and
testing
them
Urucuia
River
watershed.The
first
script
(ETO_calc.py)
able
calculate
both
by
Penman-Monteith
method,
adapting
according
user
availability,
Hargreaves-Samani
method.
The
second
(Filling_gaps.py)
fills
out
based
on
input
from
neighboring
stations
tests
adequacy
filling.
was
tested
comparing
generated
online
calculator
'ETCalc',
while
station's
five
stations,
original
filled
data.
output
practically
identical
used
comparison,
which
confirms
estimation
made
ETO_calc.py.
As
script,
regional
weighting
method
linear
multiple
regression
methods
were
that
best
missing
main
station.
This
due
their
better
fit
historical
variation
compared
other
methods.
results
allow
us
conclude
proved
be
suitable
tools
estimating
Bangladesh,
an
agriculturally
reliant
and
climate-vulnerable
country,
requires
real-time
quantification
of
climatic
variables,
such
as
temperature,
to
sustain
food
security.
However,
the
effects
spatial
temporal
temperature
variations
on
rice
productivity
across
seasons
remain
underexplored.
Our
study
addresses
this
gap
by
analyzing
data
from
35
meteorological
stations
(1970-2020)
using
parametric
nonparametric
methods.
The
Mann-Kendall
test
revealed
a
pronounced
increase
in
minimum
temperatures
compared
maximum
temperatures,
particularly
during
monsoon
season.
K-means
clustering
identified
four
seasonal
station
clusters,
revealing
that
rising
positively
influenced
Aus
yields
seven
regions,
while
above
35°C
negatively
affected
yields,
especially
northwest
Bangladesh.
Seasonal
heat
incidence
highlighted
experienced
greater
stress
Aman
Boro.
Wavelet
coherence
analysis
confirmed
recent
events
significantly
impacted
Boro
with
high-frequency
anomalies
affecting
Aman.
Regression
attributed
11–47%
Aus,
4–70%
Aman,
7–52%
yield
fluctuations.
Despite
localized
disruptions,
Bangladesh
has
sustained
self-sufficiency
through
adoption
stress-tolerant
varieties,
mechanization,
improved
practices.
To
ensure
climate-resilient
security,
targeted
regional
policy
planning
implementation
are
imperative.
Food and Energy Security,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(2)
Published: March 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
The
adoption
of
newly
released
rice
varieties
in
Bangladesh
remains
slow,
particularly
coastal
ecosystems,
where
multiple
stressors
reduce
productivity.
Limited
knowledge
transfer
on
climate‐resilient
has
led
farmers
to
favor
traditional
cultivars
over
newer
ones.
Head‐to‐Head
Adaptive
Trials
(HHATs)
were
introduced
promote
the
dissemination
improved
varieties,
but
their
effectiveness
not
been
fully
assessed.
This
study
evaluates
farmers'
trait
preferences,
varietal
selection
criteria,
patterns,
key
determinants,
and
impact
HHATs
Bangladesh.
conducted
2021–2022
2022–2023,
with
data
collected
from
April
June
2023.
Using
purposive
sampling,
50
participant
selected,
while
150
neighboring
systematically
sampled
based
geographic
proximity.
Findings
indicate
that
yield,
taste,
resilience
salinity
drought
most
important
traits
influencing
selection.
While
valued
superior
grain
quality
concerns
yield
consistency
climate
adaptability
many
continue
adopting
older
varieties.
created
spillover
effects,
encouraging
broader
among
farmers.
Education,
farming
as
a
primary
occupation,
income,
commercial
farming,
extension
services,
training,
social
networks,
seed
access,
quality,
resilience,
market
price
significantly
influenced
adoption,
age,
low
soil
fertility,
high
input
costs,
large
landholdings
barriers.
Propensity
score
matching
analysis
confirmed
increased
rates
by
11.25%–17.71%,
though
limited
distribution
hindered
widespread
adoption.
highlights
need
for
targeted
policy
measures
enhance
farmer
support
scale
up
Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
7
Published: Dec. 22, 2023
Bangladesh
is
a
significant
contributor
to
the
global
food
basket
but
also
one
of
most
vulnerable
countries
climate
change.
Understanding
regional
climatic
variability
helps
reduce
risks
and
ensure
security.
This
research
examined
monthly,
seasonal,
yearly
temperature,
rainfall,
relative
humidity
in
using
data
from
35
meteorological
stations
1970–2020.
The
study
utilized
Mann–Kendall
method
evaluate
trends
employed
Sen’s
slope
quantify
their
magnitude.
Additionally,
quantile
regression
was
applied
analyze
impact
variables
on
rice
yield.
findings
revealed
that
maximum
(
T
max
)
minimum
min
temperatures
were
steadily
increasing,
with
southwest
experiencing
more
rapid
rise
compared
other
regions
Bangladesh.
Seasonal
rose
parts
Bangladesh,
particularly
during
monsoon.
In
areas,
there
p
<
0.05)
increase
June
September
December.
temperature
considerably
affected
by
warming
throughout
country.
eastern
area
had
annual
rainfall
rate,
while
northern
region
lowest.
There
evidence
inter-seasonal
shipment,
post-monsoon
rising
monsoon
season.
showed
yield
Aus
(summer)
Aman
(wet)
seasons
influenced
humidity,
whereas
Boro
(dry)
season
humidity.
Across
geographical
segmentation,
analysis
indicated
high
level
climate.
Overall,
intensity
mean
increased
So,
need
develop
heat
or
drought-resistant
varieties
modernized
irrigation
facilities
mitigate
these
risks.
However,
farmers
should
employ
automated
weather-based
advisory
services
for
sustaining
productivity
Environmental Challenges,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14, P. 100828 - 100828
Published: Dec. 24, 2023
Ghana's
agriculture
is
primarily
rain-fed,
making
it
vulnerable
to
the
impact
of
climate
variability
and
change.
This
study
examined
trends
climatic
evapotranspiration
on
crop
selected
staple
crops
across
three
districts
in
Upper
East
region
Ghana
over
a
19-year
period.
Data
agro-climatic
conditions
(rainfall,
temperature,
relative
humidity,
sunlight)
were
obtained
from
Meteorological
Agency
(GMet)
2000
2018.
Given
non-conformity
response
variables
normality
assumption,
Quantile
Regression
(QR)
was
employed
examine
different
scenarios
(low
=
10%,
typical
50%,
high
90%)
crops.
The
analyses
disclosed
significant
difference
between
districts,
except
for
maize,
which
remained
consistent.
There
an
increase
trend
all,
but
maize
informs
potential
improvement
notwithstanding
variability.
offers
vital
insight
into
complex
dynamics
evapotranspiration.
It
recommended,
therefore,
consider
advances
varieties
through
continuous
investment
breeding
research
programmes
improve
drought
tolerance
develop
regional
water
balance
techniques.
Discover Atmosphere,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
2(1)
Published: April 9, 2024
Abstract
Climate
change
is
affecting
the
precipitation
system
in
Bangladesh,
particularly
northwestern
hydrological
zone.
This
study
analyzed
monsoon
rainfall
variability
from
1991
to
2015,
revealing
a
shifting
pattern
and
past
trends.
used
Mann–Kendall
test
Sen’s
slope
(MAKESENS)
statistical
model
evaluate
annual
total
rainfall.
Approximately
71–78%
of
occurred
during
season
at
all
stations,
with
Rangpur
being
rainiest
Rajshahi
driest.
The
trend
decreased,
highly
variable
arrival
withdrawal
days.
arrived
early
by
2
39
days
late
1
72
reference
day.
38
late.
These
findings
can
be
plan
manage
agricultural
practices
local
level
Bangladesh.
Journal of Geoscience and Environment Protection,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(05), P. 113 - 146
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Urban
areas
face
significant
challenges
in
maintaining
water
quality
amidst
increasing
urbanization
and
changing
climatic
patterns.
This
study
investigates
the
complex
interplay
between
meteorological
variables
parameters
Nairobi
City,
focusing
on
impacts
of
rainfall
temperature
surface
quality.
Data
from
multiple
sources,
including
Water
Resources
Authority,
Sewerage
Company,
World
Bank's
Climate
Change
Knowledge
Portal,
were
analyzed
to
assess
relationships
(rainfall
temperature)
(such
as
electroconductivity,
biochemical
oxygen
demand,
chloride,
pH).
The
analysis
reveals
varying
different
parameters.
While
like
iron
pH
show
strong
with
both
temperature,
others
such
ammonia
nitrate
exhibit
moderate
relationships.
Additionally,
highlights
influence
runoff,
urbanization,
industrial
activities
quality,
emphasizing
need
for
holistic
management
approaches.
Recommendations
encompass
establishment
annual
publications
River
online
accessibility
data,
development
hydrological
models,
spatial
analysis,
fostering
cross-disciplinary
research
collaborations.
Implementing
these
recommendations
can
enhance
practices,
mitigate
risks,
safeguard
environmental
integrity
City.
Remote Sensing,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(21), P. 4054 - 4054
Published: Oct. 31, 2024
Net
primary
production
(NPP)
serves
as
a
critical
proxy
for
monitoring
changes
in
the
global
capacity
vegetation
carbon
sequestration.
The
assessment
of
factors
(i.e.,
human
activities
and
climate
changes)
influencing
NPP
is
great
value
study
terrestrial
systems.
To
investigate
influence
on
grassland
NPP,
ecologically
vulnerable
Qinghai–Tibet
Plateau
region
was
considered
an
appropriate
area
period
from
2000
to
2020.
We
innovated
use
RICI
index
quantitatively
represent
analyzed
effects
climatic
using
geographical
detector.
In
addition,
future
predicted
through
integration
two
modeling
approaches:
Patch-Generating
Land
Use
Simulation
(PLUS)
model
Carnegie–Ames–Stanford
Approach
(CASA)
model.
revealed
that
expanded
contributed
7.55
×
104
Gg
C
(Gg
=
109
g)
total
whereas
deterioration
resulted
decline
1.06
105
C.
factor
identified
dominant
restoration,
representing
70.85%
well
degradation,
92.54%
NPP.
By
subdividing
change
activity
into
sub-factors
detecting
them
with
detector,
results
show
anthropogenic
have
significant
ability
explain
geographic
variation
considerable
extent,
effect
greater
when
interact.
q-values
Relative
Impact
Contribution
Index
(RICI)
land
are
consistently
than
0.6,
management
practices
evapotranspiration
remaining
at
approximately
0.5.
analysis
interaction
between
reveals
average
impact
0.8.
2030,
natural
development
scenario,
economic
scenario
(ED),
ecological
protection
(EP)
decreasing
trend
due
change,
factor,
causing
decrease.
Human
play
role
improvement.
EP
indicates
positive
expansion
growth
rate
forests,
water,
wetlands,
while
ED
rapid
urbanization.
It
notable
this
accompanied
by
temporary
suspension
urban
greening.