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Good and bad effects of climate change on agricultural production

Climate change is a global issue that is affecting the way people live and interact with the environment. Among its numerous effects, climate change has a significant impact on agricultural production systems, leading to patterns that vary, with positive as well as negative effects. In order to ensure food security, economic stability and environmental sustainability, agricultural practices need to adapt as the Earth’s climate continues to change, resulting in changes to temperature and precipitation patterns.

Farmers are finding it challenging to maintain consistent and predictable crop yields as a result of the escalating effects of climate change on traditional

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