Ekonomiczne aspekty adaptacji do zmiany klimatu branży rolnej na przykładzie produkcji roślinnej w Polsce
Economic Aspects of Climate Change Adaptation in the Agricultural Sector: A Case Study of Crop Production in Poland

Author(s): Dorota Michalak
Subject(s): Economy, Business Economy / Management, Agriculture, Green Transformation
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: climate change; agriculture; behavioral economics; adaptive measures
Summary/Abstract: Climate change is a challenge that is redefining the functioning of the modern world — reshaping not only the economic landscape but also the way we produce food and manage natural resources. Agriculture, as a sector highly dependent on the variability and unpredictability of weather conditions, has become one of the main fronts in the struggle against this new reality. The Polish agricultural sector, particularly crop production, is increasingly affected by droughts, extreme weather events, and disruptions in growing seasons. This book seeks to answer a fundamental question: why, despite the availability of adaptation tools, do farmers not always undertake effective adaptive actions? By analyzing the economic aspects of adaptation from a behavioral economics perspective, the author reveals that farmers’ decisions are driven not only by economic calculations but also by emotions, beliefs, and social trust mechanisms. Based on an in-depth review of the literature and empirical research, the publication uncovers hidden psychological and social barriers that can inhibit the process of adapting to climate change. It also highlights the crucial role of agricultural policy and supporting institutions in overcoming these barriers. This work provides not only a diagnosis but also inspiration for designing new public policy strategies that better address the challenges of the 21st century in the agricultural sector. It is a must-read for those seeking an in-depth understanding of the complexity of climate change adaptation and why effective transformation begins in the human mind.

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