VOICED : La sequia preocupa a los caficultores de Colombia

The video discusses the challenges faced by coffee farmers in Nariño, Colombia, due to severe drought conditions exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon. The lack of rainfall threatens coffee production, with predictions of prolonged dry periods. Farmers are struggling to maintain their crops under these harsh climatic conditions.

What is the main concern of farmers in Nariño regarding their coffee plants?

• Lack of market demand

• Excessive rainfall damaging crops

• Drought stress affecting flowering

• Increased pest infestations

How does the El Niño phenomenon affect the climate in South America?

• It increases rainfall in the Andean region

• It causes a rise in temperatures globally

• It leads to reduced rainfall across South America

• It has no significant impact on the climate

What percentage of precipitation deficit is the Andean region experiencing?

• 90%

• 100%

• 60%

• 30%

What is the predicted duration of the drought affecting Nariño?

• Up to eleven months

• Five months

• Two months

• Three months

What challenge do farmers in Nariño face due to the extended drought?

• Increased labor costs

• Competition from international markets

• Difficulty in managing small artisanal farms

• Lack of access to modern technology