How climate breakdown is putting the world’s food in peril – in maps and charts

The GuardianThursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00:30 AM
How climate breakdown is putting the world’s food in peril – in maps and charts
  • Experts warn that climate change is causing extreme weather patterns, leading to significant threats to global food security as crop yields begin to flatline after decades of growth. The impacts of floods, droughts, and erratic weather are becoming increasingly evident, necessitating urgent action to mitigate these effects.
  • The decline in crop yields poses a serious challenge to the world's ability to sustain its population, raising concerns about food availability and the potential for increased hunger and malnutrition. This situation underscores the need for immediate interventions to adapt agricultural practices to changing climatic conditions.
  • The broader implications of these developments highlight a critical intersection between food production and environmental sustainability, as recent analyses reveal alarming trends such as the drying up of water reserves in Europe and the staggering environmental costs associated with food and fossil fuel production. These interconnected issues emphasize the urgency for transformative changes in governance and economic policies to address the climate crisis effectively.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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