Abstract

• According to the 2014 census, the total population of Myanmar is (51,486,253) persons of which about 70 percent are rural dwellers, Myanmar is agro-based country. Paddy is the main crop in Myanmar. About 80 percent population of Hlegu Township are engaged in agricultural. Paddy is the main crop cultivated in rural areas of Hlegu Township. Seasonal variability of rainfall effects on paddy cultivation and local farmers’ livelihood are study area of Hlegu Township. Rainfall Variability results in low productivity. As a consequence, it is important to know the socio economic characteristic of paddy farmers and their linkage with agricultural productivity as well as farmers’ livelihood. The primary data were collected through focus group discussion and semi- structured questionnaire surveys to understand farmers’ perceptions of Climate Change and its impacts. The research paper was presented by using quantitative and qualitative methods. The results obtained from this research project is significant in planning sustainable agriculture and rural, regional development of the study area.