Dr. Mark Otieno is a distinguished scholar and Senior Lecturer at the University of Embu, Kenya, where he also serves as the Director of Research and Extension. An expert in agroecology, entomology, and environmental biology, his work addresses global challenges through interdisciplinary approaches. He holds a Ph.D. in Agroecology from the University of Reading and an MSc in Animal Ecology from Kenyatta University.Since 2022, he has led academic programs in Crop Protection and Range Management at the University of Embu. He has coordinated global food security projects and held prestigious fellowships, including the Alexander von Humboldt - Georg Forster Fellowship. His research on crop pollination and pest control has been published in top-tier journals and funded by numerous grants.Dr. Otieno has developed innovative curricula and received high evaluation scores as an educator. He actively engages in editorial services and is a member of various professional societies, contributing significantly to sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation.

“This book serves as a comprehensive reference for understanding sustainable agroecological practices as a solution to address climate change in Sub-Saharan Africa. … The book provides valuable insights into agroecological concepts, efficient resource use, and climate change mitigation strategies applicable to the agricultural sector. ... the book is a comprehensive reference for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners of sustainable agriculture, providing valuable insights into strategies that simultaneously enhance productivity and conserve the environment.” (Firlawanti Lestari Baguna, Titien Sofiati, Zainuddin Zainuddin, Saiful Anwar and Ega Rusanti, Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences, Vol. 16 (1), 2025)

• Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2: Water Use Efficiency, Water Quality, And Irrigation.- Chapter 3: Current Climate, Soil And Natural Vegetation.- Chapter 4: The Geography Of Agriculture In Sub-Saharan Africa.- Chapter 5: Energy Use Efficiency In Sub-Saharan Africa.- Chapter 6: Traditional And Industrial Farming Practices.- Chapter 7: Biodiversity And Ecosystem Services.- Chapter 8: Ecology-Based Concepts Of Sustainable Agriculture.- Chapter 9: Biodiversity Conservation.- Chapter 10: Farm Health: Crop Health, Animal Health And Food Quality.- Chapter 11: Post-Harvest Handling Technologies.- Chapter 12: Climate Change Mitigation Strategies And Carbon Storage In Agricultural Systems.- Chapter 13: Climate Change And Its Consequences On Future Agriculture In Sub-Saharan Africa.

Dr. Mark Otieno is a distinguished scholar and Senior Lecturer at the University of Embu, Kenya, where he also serves as the Director of Research and Extension. An expert in agroecology, entomology, and environmental biology, his work addresses global challenges through interdisciplinary approaches. He holds a Ph.D. in Agroecology from the University of Reading and an MSc in Animal Ecology from Kenyatta University.Since 2022, he has led academic programs in Crop Protection and Range Management at the University of Embu. He has coordinated global food security projects and held prestigious fellowships, including the Alexander von Humboldt - Georg Forster Fellowship. His research on crop pollination and pest control has been published in top-tier journals and funded by numerous grants.Dr. Otieno has developed innovative curricula and received high evaluation scores as an educator. He actively engages in editorial services and is a member of various professional societies, contributing significantly to sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation.

“This book serves as a comprehensive reference for understanding sustainable agroecological practices as a solution to address climate change in Sub-Saharan Africa. … The book provides valuable insights into agroecological concepts, efficient resource use, and climate change mitigation strategies applicable to the agricultural sector. ... the book is a comprehensive reference for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners of sustainable agriculture, providing valuable insights into strategies that simultaneously enhance productivity and conserve the environment.” (Firlawanti Lestari Baguna, Titien Sofiati, Zainuddin Zainuddin, Saiful Anwar and Ega Rusanti, Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences, Vol. 16 (1), 2025)

• Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2: Water Use Efficiency, Water Quality, And Irrigation.- Chapter 3: Current Climate, Soil And Natural Vegetation.- Chapter 4: The Geography Of Agriculture In Sub-Saharan Africa.- Chapter 5: Energy Use Efficiency In Sub-Saharan Africa.- Chapter 6: Traditional And Industrial Farming Practices.- Chapter 7: Biodiversity And Ecosystem Services.- Chapter 8: Ecology-Based Concepts Of Sustainable Agriculture.- Chapter 9: Biodiversity Conservation.- Chapter 10: Farm Health: Crop Health, Animal Health And Food Quality.- Chapter 11: Post-Harvest Handling Technologies.- Chapter 12: Climate Change Mitigation Strategies And Carbon Storage In Agricultural Systems.- Chapter 13: Climate Change And Its Consequences On Future Agriculture In Sub-Saharan Africa.

Dr. Mark Otieno is a distinguished scholar and Senior Lecturer at the University of Embu, Kenya, where he also serves as the Director of Research and Extension. An expert in agroecology, entomology, and environmental biology, his work addresses global challenges through interdisciplinary approaches. He holds a Ph.D. in Agroecology from the University of Reading and an MSc in Animal Ecology from Kenyatta University.Since 2022, he has led academic programs in Crop Protection and Range Management at the University of Embu. He has coordinated global food security projects and held prestigious fellowships, including the Alexander von Humboldt - Georg Forster Fellowship. His research on crop pollination and pest control has been published in top-tier journals and funded by numerous grants.Dr. Otieno has developed innovative curricula and received high evaluation scores as an educator. He actively engages in editorial services and is a member of various professional societies, contributing significantly to sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation.

“This book serves as a comprehensive reference for understanding sustainable agroecological practices as a solution to address climate change in Sub-Saharan Africa. … The book provides valuable insights into agroecological concepts, efficient resource use, and climate change mitigation strategies applicable to the agricultural sector. ... the book is a comprehensive reference for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners of sustainable agriculture, providing valuable insights into strategies that simultaneously enhance productivity and conserve the environment.” (Firlawanti Lestari Baguna, Titien Sofiati, Zainuddin Zainuddin, Saiful Anwar and Ega Rusanti, Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences, Vol. 16 (1), 2025)

• Chapter 1: Introduction.- Chapter 2: Water Use Efficiency, Water Quality, And Irrigation.- Chapter 3: Current Climate, Soil And Natural Vegetation.- Chapter 4: The Geography Of Agriculture In Sub-Saharan Africa.- Chapter 5: Energy Use Efficiency In Sub-Saharan Africa.- Chapter 6: Traditional And Industrial Farming Practices.- Chapter 7: Biodiversity And Ecosystem Services.- Chapter 8: Ecology-Based Concepts Of Sustainable Agriculture.- Chapter 9: Biodiversity Conservation.- Chapter 10: Farm Health: Crop Health, Animal Health And Food Quality.- Chapter 11: Post-Harvest Handling Technologies.- Chapter 12: Climate Change Mitigation Strategies And Carbon Storage In Agricultural Systems.- Chapter 13: Climate Change And Its Consequences On Future Agriculture In Sub-Saharan Africa.