Agriculture depends on climatic conditions. Changes in our climate present challenges for farmers. Important issues within agricultural development include predicted impacts on plant growth with increased atmospheric , higher UV-B radiation, higher temperatures, and changing precipitation ratios. This transforms into the world’s food production. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization is trying to understand climate change impacts to assure that agricultural output can meet the demands of the growing human population. As a student delegate representing the American Chemical Society, I participated in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 20th Conference of Parties this year in Lima, Peru to gain a deeper understanding of how climate change is projected to impact my generation. My presentation focuses on the impact climate change has on crops, livestock, and food production with special emphasis on how developing nations are preparing to deal with climate disruption. I will also give my student perspective on advances and roadblocks in climate negotiations at COP 20 in preparation for the anticipated global agreement at next year’s COP 21 in Paris.

Effects on agriculture from climate change

249th National Meeting (2015)

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