社会｜猛暑がもたらす農業への影響 / Society | The Impact of Extreme Heat on Agriculture

Summary

This summer, New York Prefecture has experienced high temperatures and low rainfall, resulting in the deaths of approximately 5,000 chickens and 3 cows.

The impact on fruits and livestock has led agricultural stakeholders to strongly recognize the need for measures moving forward. With a record-breaking heatwave of over 40°C for four consecutive days nationwide, there is an urgent demand for heatstroke prevention measures, and a serious sense of crisis is spreading throughout the agricultural sector.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: Have you seen the recent news? It seems the extreme heat is affecting crops and livestock.
Chako: Really? That’s awful! It’s scary to think that chickens and cows are dying!
Log: Yeah, especially in Niigata, about 5,000 chickens and three cows have reportedly died.
Chako: Why is it getting so hot?
Log: It’s believed that the heat has been getting more intense year by year.
Navi: There’s a strong possibility that recent climate change is contributing to this.
Chako: I see… It’s tough for those in agriculture. I’m worried about next year too!

Admin’s Note

This year’s intense heat has been particularly severe, and its impact on agriculture is becoming increasingly serious. Damage to livestock and fruit directly affects our diets. While it’s understandable that those in the agricultural sector feel a sense of crisis, we as consumers also need to pay attention to this issue and stay informed about the production status of crops. Additionally, I’ve come to reaffirm that urgent measures against climate change are necessary. As we move into the coming season, we should also take proper precautions against heatstroke.