Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture: A Review
Sudhanshu Verma *
Department of Agronomy, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India.
Abhishek Singh
Central Silk Board, MESSO, Nongpoh, Ri-bhoi, Meghalaya, India.
Swati Swayamprabha Pradhan
Department of Agronomy, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India.
Manish Kushuwaha
Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Climate change presents unprecedented challenges to global agriculture, affecting crop yields, livestock productivity, water availability, soil health, and ecosystem stability. This review examines the multifaceted impacts of climate change on agriculture, encompassing changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, extreme weather events, pest and disease dynamics, and soil degradation. Through synthesizing existing literature, the review elucidates the complex interactions between climate change and agricultural systems, highlighting the implications for food security, rural livelihoods, and environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the review discusses adaptive strategies, policy interventions, and technological innovations aimed at enhancing agricultural resilience and mitigating the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture.
Keywords: Climate change, agriculture, agricultural resilience, mitigating