Providing producers with calculated risk of climate disruption and adaptation strategies
Extreme events are increasing in frequency and severity and have impacted key agricultural crops globally. Unpredictable and severe weather is a constant threat to agriculture as droughts, floods and storms can wreak havoc on crops and producer profitability.
AgMission awarded a grant to the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) that is identifying and assessing the likelihood of future climate risks and extreme events, and their potential impacts on yields and quality of key crops in North America, South Africa, Egypt and Brazil.
Climate model data can be used to identify major climate risks for agriculture and provide adaptation options.
This data synthesis project will develop a risk assessment tool designed to be used by decision makers developing practical interventions with specific farming communities on climate adaptation.
Data provided from this project will help translate detailed technical information into guidance for agricultural producers and supply chain stakeholders on near term risks from climate extremes.