- ISBN13: 9780881324037
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How will global warming affect developing countries, which rely heavily on agriculture as a source of economic growth? William Cline asserts that developing countries have more at risk than industrial countries as global warming worsens. Using general circulation and agricultural impact models, Cline boldly examines 2070-99 to forecast the effects of global warming and its economic impact. This detailed study: outlines existing studies on the agricultural impact of… More >>
Global Warming and Agriculture: Impact Estimates by Country
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#1 by Future Watch Writer on April 14, 2010 - 9:24 pm
Too often global warming is discussed in abstract terms. This book gets down to business. If the crop damage predicted here takes place, we are going to be talking about hundreds of millions of people dead. It’s that basic. Be aware that most of the predictions here are on the optimistic side of estimates. Check this book out. You might also want to read Plan B 3.0: Mobilizing to Save Civilization, Third Edition which discusses global warming and agriculture. I also have a Listmania list on agriculture.
Rating: 3 / 5