These efforts are projected to increase crop yield by almost a quarter over the next few decades

By experimenting with new strains of rice,irrigating less and adopting less labor-intensive ways of planting seeds,farmers in these countries have already increased their incomes and crop yields while cutting down on greenhouse gas emissions.In Zambia,numerous organizations are investing in locally specific methods to improve crop production,reduce forest loss and improve livelihoods for local farmers.These efforts are projected to increase crop yield by almost a quarter over the next few decades.