Rising global temperatures could halve China's potato yields, impacting world food security.

Chinese scientists have found that rising temperatures could halve potato yields, a critical issue as China produces 22% of the world's potatoes. Experiments show that while warmer conditions speed up growth by 10 days, yields drop significantly. Researchers suggest farmers adapt by planting in spring or moving to cooler altitudes to maintain food security and prevent price hikes.

November 27, 2024
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