Climate Change and Drought Threaten Rice Production in Australia

The video discusses the severe impact of a seven-year drought on rice production in Australia, leading to a drastic reduction in output and soaring prices. Climate change is identified as a key factor in the decline of rainfall, affecting the Mediterranean climate and causing food security concerns globally. The UN warns of potential large-scale famine. The video also highlights the challenges faced by rice processors and exporters, like Sun Rice, and the precarious future of rice farming in the Murray Darling Basin due to ongoing droughts.

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