Will extreme heat push grocery prices higher?

The video discusses the impact of extreme heat on agriculture, including faster fruit ripening, reduced foot traffic for picking, and stress on crops and labor. A study predicts a 10% drop in corn supply by 2050 due to heat and labor issues, leading to higher food prices. Production costs for corn, wheat, and soybeans have risen significantly since 2019. The U.S. is importing more fruits and vegetables, partly due to high labor costs. Extreme heat in other countries also affects global markets, challenging farmers' financial strategies.

How does extreme heat affect the ripening of fruits?

• It has no effect on ripening.

• It makes fruits ripen faster.

• It causes fruits to become larger.

• It slows down the ripening process.

What is one of the challenges faced by farmers due to extreme heat?

• Finding enough water for irrigation.

• Managing soil erosion.

• Finding people willing to work in high temperatures.

• Dealing with increased pest infestations.

According to a study, what is the predicted impact of higher temperatures on corn supply by 2050?

• Corn supply will double.

• Corn supply could fall by 10%.

• Corn supply will remain the same.

• Corn supply will increase by 10%.

What has contributed to the increase in production costs for crops like corn, wheat, and soybeans?

• Decreased demand for these crops.

• Increased labor costs.

• Government subsidies.

• Improved farming technology.

Why has the United States started importing more fruits and vegetables?

• Due to a decrease in local production.

• Because of lower quality of local produce.

• To meet international trade agreements.

• As a result of high labor costs.