Climate Change and Agriculture in Mexico
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What percentage of Mexico's cereal production relies on seasonal rainfall?

  • 75%
  • 95%
  • 85% (correct)
  • 90%

What is one of the major concerns raised by agricultural experts regarding climate change in Mexico?

  • Higher imports of machinery
  • Reduction of crop production area (correct)
  • Increase in soil fertility
  • Sustained rainfall patterns

How does Mexico's agricultural production depend on imports?

  • It lacks adequate inventories of weather-resistant crops. (correct)
  • It has low import tariffs.
  • It has an abundance of local crops.
  • Its inventory levels are too high.

Which of the following crops is NOT mentioned as being impacted by climate change in Mexico?

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What could be a consequence of reliance on imported grains for livestock production in Mexico?

<p>Price hikes for feedstocks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of climate change-related crop losses in Mexico?

<p>Increase in crop prices (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated recovery time for global wheat inventory losses?

<p>More than two years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document emphasizes the urgency in addressing climate change issues?

<p>A warning from academia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Climate change impact on Mexican agriculture

Climate change in Mexico is causing problems for agricultural production, especially for essential crops like maize, wheat, and sorghum due to unpredictable weather.

Mexico's reliance on imports for staple crops

Mexico relies heavily on imports to meet its demand for basic crops like maize, wheat, and sorghum, leaving them vulnerable to global supply issues.

Mexico's reliance on rainfall for cereal production

A large part of Mexico's cereal production depends on rainfall, making it vulnerable to droughts and unpredictable weather patterns, which can significantly reduce crop yields.

Projected impact of climate change on maize production

Climate change forecasts suggest a shrinking area suitable for maize cultivation in Mexico, posing a significant challenge to future maize production.

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Impact of feedstock shortages on livestock production

Insufficient grain supply for livestock production, due to import dependence, is impacting livestock yields and increasing the price of meat, eggs, and milk.

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Climate change and crop losses

Climate change and its consequences are impacting crop yields, leading to increased prices and lack of preparedness for handling widespread crop losses.

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Mexico's reliance on international wheat supply

Mexico heavily relies on international wheat supply, raising concerns about potential supply disruptions due to global wheat inventory shortages.

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Global wheat shortage and recovery time

Global wheat inventory losses are expected to take years to recover, creating a significant challenge for both Mexico and the global agricultural economy.

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