Potential yield losses due to climate change
The climate change could result in significant yield losses for the production of wheat. It is expected that wheat output will decline by 2-19% when grown using irrigation. However, it is believed that the yield loss in rain-fed conditions ranges from 9 to 30%, which is a significant increase. These yield losses are attributed to the effects of increasing global warming, changing rainfall patterns, and expanding water shortages. Potential yield losses due to climate change vary depending on the region and crop. There are significant challenges related to how climate change may affect Pakistan’s wheat production, which could lead to lower crop productivity. Studies show that wheat production could fall as a result of rising temperatures and shifting water availability. Higher temperatures may cause slight gains in wheat productivity during some months, but overall, the negative effects outweigh the positive ones. It is imperative to put adaptation methods into place in order to reduce negative effects and guarantee food security. These efforts include creating heat-resistant crop types, upgrading irrigation systems, and investing in climate-smart agriculture.