... (PET) and elevation (IPCC, 2006). 21 Table 8. Food security and CC mitigation potential of improved cropland management practices in dry and humid areas MANAGEMENT PRACTICE FOOD SECURITY ... implementing improved cropland management practices is expected to be higher and more stable yields, increased system resilience and, therefore, enhanced livelihoods and food security, and reduced production ... previous land use patterns, and current land use and management practices. Yield variability can also increase in the short term where changes in activities require new knowledge and experience, and...