Global wheat yields have risen by about 33 kg per hectare annually over six decades, study shows.

A new study in PLOS ONE shows global food yields have steadily increased by about 33 kilograms of wheat per hectare annually over the last six decades, contrary to fears of stagnation. Researchers John Baffes and Xiaoli Etienne found this growth is due to advancements in crop technology. However, they warn that challenges like climate change, population growth, and food affordability still threaten global food security.

November 27, 2024
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