Climate change adaptation: Challenges for agricultural sustainability

作者：Krishan K. Verma, Xiu‐Peng Song, Aradhna Kumari, M. Jagadesh, Santosh Kumar Singh, Rajan Bhatt, Munna Singh, Chandra Shekhar Seth, Yang‐Rui Li · 发表于：Plant Cell & Environment · 年份：2024 · DOI：10.1111/pce.15078 · 被引用次数：152 · 研究领域：Climate change impacts on agriculture、Plant responses to elevated CO2、Greenhouse Technology and Climate Control

Climate change poses a substantial threat to agricultural sustainability globally. Agriculture is a vital component of the gross domestic production of developing countries. The multifaceted impacts of climate change on agriculture, highlighting how extreme weather events such as water stress, heatwaves, erratic rainfall, storms, floods, and emerging pest infestations are disrupting agricultural productivity. The socioeconomic status of farmers is particularly vulnerable to climatic extremes with future projections indicating significant increment in ambient air temperatures and unpredictable, intense rainfall patterns. Agriculture has historically relied on the extensive use of synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides, combined with advancements in irrigation and biotechnological approaches to boost productivity. It encompasses a range of practices designed to enhance the resilience of agricultural systems, improve productivity, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By adopting climate-smart practices, farmers can better adapt to changing climatic conditions, thereby ensuring more sustainable and secure food production. Furthermore, it identifies key areas for future research, focusing on the development of innovative adaptation and mitigation strategies. These strategies are essential for minimizing the detrimental impacts of climate change on agriculture and for promoting the long-term sustainability of food systems. This article underscores the importance of int...