Extreme Heat Threatens Livestock and Fish Yields Globally
• Extreme heat is causing significant heat stress in livestock, reducing their productivity and overall health.
• Rising water temperatures are depleting oxygen levels, harming fish populations and causing migrations to cooler waters.
• Adaptation strategies are crucial to mitigate the impacts of climate change on animal agriculture and ensure food security.
Climate change risks to livestock and fish
Climate change is increasingly impacting animal agriculture on land and in aquatic environments. A recent report by the FAO and WMO highlights the significant risks that extreme heat poses to livestock and fish populations worldwide.
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