Strawberry yield may decrease by 40% due to climate change, according to Canadian researchers

According to researchers from the University of Waterloo (Canada), the yield of this berry can decrease by 40% due to an increase in temperature. This means that strawberries can become a scarce commodity and its price can skyrocket. This is reported in the U-Food Association. "Scientists used the latest methods of analysis to conduct this study. It turned out that even a slight increase in temperature by 1.7°C can significantly reduce the yield of strawberries by 40%. This can have serious consequences not only for lovers of this fruit, but also for the economy as a whole," the message reads. Strawberries are an extremely important product for the economy of California and the United States, and its market will exceed $3 billion in 2022. To avoid the negative consequences of climate change, scientists recommend switching to a sustainable agronomic approach. ...