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Global Agricultural Outlook: Mixed Prospects Amid Climate Extremes

Mar 07, 2024

The latest CropWatch Bulletin, published in Feb. 29, revealed the landscape of crop production amidst climate extremes based on the most recent remote sensing, meteorological, and ground observation data from October 2023 to January 2024.
According to the report, while the majority of major agricultural countries benefit from favorable agricultural conditions, record-high global temperatures have disrupted traditional temperature and precipitation patterns.
In terms of specific crops, maize production is expected to increase in both the northern and southern hemispheres. Rice production in Southeast Asia remains stable. Wheat production faces a slight reduction due to severe droughts or heavy rainfall events. Soybean production is forecasted to see a significant increase. 
Besides, the report underscores the intricate interplay between climate variability and agricultural productivity globally, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change on food security. As the world grapples with shifting climatic patterns, stakeholders in the agricultural sector are urged to implement resilient measures to safeguard global food supplies. 
CropWatch is among the global-leading crop monitoring systems. The CropWatch research team led by Prof. WU Bingfang from the Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) has been devoted to assessing crop production using remote sensing and ground-based indicators. 

 

Cover of of the latest CropWatch Bulletin. (Image by AIR)
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