Agriculture & Food Security
Super El Niño Threatens Southern Africa Bean Harvests, Up to 78% Losses
A review of 62 studies across the Southern African Development Community found that climate shocks have cut legume harvests by up to 78%, and researchers warn a super El Niño expected from September 2026 into early 2027 could bring similar losses. Researcher Moses Chitete outlines steps farmers and governments can take, from drought-tolerant seed to stronger early-warning systems and crop insurance.