Date of Graduation

5-2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Department

Economics

Advisor/Mentor

Farmer, Amy

Abstract

This thesis examines the relationship between climate change, sustainable agriculture, and rural development through a case study in Central Belize. Built from observations, interviews, and academic research gathered during a summer internship with the Belize Ministry of Agriculture, the research explores the challenges small farmers face as they navigate worsening climate threats - including drought, wildfire, and resource scarcity. With climate change accelerating at a faster rate in Belize than in many other countries, agricultural resilience has become a national priority. This internship focused on collecting applications for the Sustainable and Inclusive Belize Program, a government initiative that provides financial assistance and technical support to small farmers adopting climate-smart technologies. This thesis highlights the urgency of sustainable development in climate-vulnerable nations by evaluating the economic implications of agricultural investments.

Keywords

sustainability; agriculture; Belize; economics; development

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