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International Journal of Contemporary Research in Multidisciplinary

International Journal of Contemporary Research In Multidisciplinary, 2025;4(2):275-280

Climate Change and Its Impact on Agriculture Productivity - A Case Study of Malwa Region, Punjab

Author Name: Dr. Rajni Saluja;   Dr. Amit Juneja;   Manjinder Singh;  

1. Professor, Department of Business Management and Commerce, Desh Bhagat University, Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, India

2. Education Department, S.B.S.G.S.S. School Sabuana, Fazilka, Punjab, India

3. Research Scholar, Department of Economics, Desh Bhagat University, Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, India

Abstract

Punjab's economy depends heavily on agriculture, which also contributes significantly to livelihood, food security, and national income. Climate Change refers to changes in all atmospheric conditions. There are two reasons for these climatic changes, which are very important, and they are natural changes and human activities. These two pose a severe threat to the environment as a result of which the environment is not able to maintain its quality and we have to live in a degraded environment. Currently, we are facing the same problem. Climate change is affecting the Malwa region, Punjab, with rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and increased frequency of droughts and floods. This impacts agriculture, water resources, and livelihoods. Temperature increases by 1-2°C, and changed monsoon patterns threaten crop production and food security. Punjab is one of India's main agricultural hubs, and its agricultural output is greatly impacted by climate change. Reduced crop yields, changed growing seasons, and increased pest and disease pressure are some of the ways that climate change is affecting agricultural productivity. Warmer temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and an increase in the frequency of extreme weather events all affect agricultural output. Agriculture productivity is directly dependent on climate change and weather. Crop growth is anticipated to be greatly impacted by potential changes in temperature, precipitation, and CO2 concentration. Agricultural production is impacted by climate change, which results in lower crop yields, altered growing seasons, and more pest and disease pressure. Agricultural production is impacted by rising temperatures, changed precipitation patterns, and an increase in the frequency of extreme weather events. Agriculture productivity is directly dependent on climate change and weather. Crop growth is anticipated to be greatly impacted by potential changes in temperature, precipitation, and CO2 concentration. Another important element influencing agricultural output in the Malwa region is temperature. Crop growing seasons and patterns are changing due to rising temperatures, which results in lower-quality and lower-yield food. Farmers in the area are finding it difficult to adjust to these changes, which has a big effect on their incomes. For instance, rising temperatures in recent years have resulted in a decrease in the yield of crops like cotton and wheat that are susceptible to changes in yield. This has impacted the region's food security in addition to the revenues of farmers. In conclusion, Punjab's Malwa region's agricultural productivity is being significantly impacted by climate change. To lessen the effects of climate change, it is imperative to address several important aspects, including drought, temperature, yield, irrigation, and sustainability. One of the most significant consequences of climate change is drought, which has had a profound impact on the region's agricultural industry. Although the Malwa region is renowned for its rich soil and temperate climate, agricultural production and farmers' livelihoods have been negatively impacted by the growing frequency and intensity of droughts.

Keywords

Climate Change, Production, Productivity, Agriculture, Temperature, Drought