Dw reports, prolonged dry conditions in Pakistan, with only 90% of average December rainfall, are causing concern among farmers, particularly impacting the winter wheat crop. Unusual weather patterns, including warm temperatures, indicate a shift from normal conditions. The shortfall in rainfall has delayed seed germination, disrupted grain development, and poses a threat to both rabi and kharif crops.
The situation is exacerbated by low snowfall in northern mountainous regions.
Experts attribute these weather anomalies to climate change, emphasizing the vulnerability of Pakistan's agroecological zones to food insecurity and malnutrition. Potential wheat production targets may be missed, necessitating grain imports. Climate change-induced dry spells pose a significant threat to future crop production and food security in the country.
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https://www.dw.com/en/pakistans-unusually-dry-winter-threatens-food-supply/a-68144699
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