Valentine's Day is associated with chocolate, but the underlying cocoa crops face serious challenges due to increasing aridity, particularly in regions like northeastern Brazil. As climate change progresses, areas that produce the majority of the world's cacao, especially in West Africa and Southeast Asia, are becoming drier. Over the last 30 years, drylands have expanded to cover 41% of the Earth's landmass, leading to irreversible changes in ecosystems and agriculture. This movement toward aridity, driven by human factors such as greenhouse gas emissions, poses significant threats to agriculture and global livelihoods.
Cocoa, a vital crop in humid climates, faces severe threats as regions like northeastern Brazil suffer from increasing aridity, impacting farmers and production.
The expansion of drylands, now covering 41% of global land, poses irreversible challenges not only for agriculture but also for ecosystems and livelihoods worldwide.
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