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This study examined the determinant of climate change adaptation strategies among selected grain farmers in Sokoto State, Nigeria. The aim of the study was to find out what determines the choice of adaptation strategies among grain farmers in the study area. A systematic multi-stage sampling technique was used to select 6 Local Government Areas in Sokoto State. Seven hundred and eighty-three (783) grain farmers were purposively selected. Structured questionnaire and Focused Group Discussion were used to obtain the required information from the selected grain farmers. Frequency, percentages, Relative Importance Index Technique and ordered logistic regression were used for data analysis and presentation. The results showed that 97% stated that it is possible to adapt to climate change. Multiple cropping, use of early maturing crop varieties and the use of organic manure are the most effective adaptation strategies in the study area.