Extreme Heat and Agriculture

Translating complex climate science into practical strategies, this joint FAO-WMO work explores how extreme heat threatens agriculture and food security. It clarifies current and emerging risks while urging timely investments in adaptation and early warning systems for policymakers and planning professionals. The joint FAO–WMO publication aims to translate complex climate science into actionable insights for policymakers, development planners, and the broader agricultural and food security community. By focusing on the intersection of extreme heat and agriculture, it will help non-technical audiences understand the nature of the risks, the scale of current and future impacts, and the urgency of investing in adaptation and early warning. Digital editions of FAO publications are available on the FAO website as part of FAO’s Open Access policy.