What You Need to Know
Climate-resilient crop selection involves selecting crops with deeper root systems and improved drought tolerance, based on factors such as temperature, precipitation, and soil type, to promote biodiversity and reduce environmental impact.
Steps
- 1.
Fonio Salad (West Africa): Uses drought-resistant ancient grain
- 2.
Amaranth Atole (Mesoamerica): Features heat-tolerant pseudocereal
- 3.
Mung Bean Sprouts (South Asia): Utilizes fast-growing legume for variable climates
The Science
Primary Reaction
Photosynthesis and plant growth