In the village of Kamimomi in Japan's Okayama prefecture, rice farmers are facing challenges due to climate change impacting their harvest. Rising temperatures, attributed to climate change, have led to earlier and hotter harvest seasons, affecting the quality and yield of rice crops.
Last year, Japan experienced its hottest July on record, with temperatures significantly above average. This trend is part of a global pattern of increasing temperatures, with a 1.2 C rise since preindustrial times. Scientists warn that limiting this increase to 1.5 C is crucial to avoid severe consequences like extreme heat, storms, and ice melt.
