The West African SubSaharan region is home to some300millionpeoplewith at least 60% engaged in agricultural activity. In the case of the Nioro basin of Senegal, major crops produced include millet (37%), peanut (53%) and maize(10%)byarea. •Between40 to60%of the GDPderivesfromagriculture, which is relies largely on natural climate. Climate change and variability pose major threats toagricultural productivity.