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The Vital Link Between Climate and Agriculture

by aditya abhishek

Introduction

Climate is one of the most important factors that affect agricultural practices. It determines crops growth in a particular region,planting time, harvesting, & the overall yield

Climate

Climate is defined as the long-term pattern of weather in a particular region. It includes factors such as temperature, precipitation, wind, and sunlight.

Temperature

Different crops have different temperature requirements for optimal growth, and these requirements vary depending on the stage of growth. 

Precipitation

Precipitation is another critical factor that affects agriculture. Crops such as groundnuts, millets, etc. require less water than sugarcane, rice, etc.

Wind

Strong winds can damage crops and cause soil erosion, while light winds can help pollinate crops. Crops such as wheat, rice, etc. can get easily damaged by strong winds. 

Sunlight

Crops require a certain amount of sunlight to grow and develop properly. Too much or too little sunlight can negatively impact crop growth and yield.

Effects Of Climate

Rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and more frequent extreme weather events are all impacting agriculture in various ways.

Rising temperatures can cause crops to mature faster, which lead to a reduced yield & lower quality produce.  You must have witnessed increased incidence of draught & floods due to global warming. 

Climate change is causing changes in the timing of planting and harvesting. Farmers must adapt to these changes by adjusting their planting and harvesting schedules.

Therefore, climate is important to agricultural practices. Any small change in local or global climate has a huge impact in terms of planting time, crop growth stages, yield, etc.  

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