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Study Warns: Climate Change Threatens Crop Yields by 2100

9/4/2025

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A UBC study indicates climate change is causing greater year-to-year variability in crop yields, particularly for corn, soybeans, and sorghum.
By 2100, once-in-a-century crop failures may happen every decade, threatening global food production.
The study highlights the importance of investing in resilient crops and enhancing agricultural practices to address these challenges.

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Story summary

A UBC study indicates climate change is causing greater year-to-year variability in crop yields, particularly for corn, soybeans, and sorghum.
By 2100, once-in-a-century crop failures may happen every decade, threatening global food production.
The study highlights the importance of investing in resilient crops and enhancing agricultural practices to address these challenges.