Climate Change Threatens Biodiversity and Food Security Worldwide
Climate change is affecting biodiversity and food security globally. The researchers reviewed existing data and models to understand how climate change is impacting different species and agricultural production. They found that species are moving to higher elevations and latitudes due to climate change, with extinction rates predicted for some under migration scenarios. Additionally, climate change is threatening food security, especially for rain-fed farming communities. African agricultural yields may decline by over 30% in 2050. To address these challenges, strategies like reducing food waste, conserving biodiversity, using genetic resources effectively, and implementing strong agricultural policies are key to mitigating the impacts of climate change. Restoring degraded land, changing land use practices, and community-based conservation efforts are recommended to help adapt to and lessen the effects of climate change.