Consequences of Changing Weather Patterns on Barley and Maize Production: A Case Study of Rawat District, Rawalpindi
This study examines the impact of weather change patterns on maize and barley and maize farming in Rawat, District Rawalpindi. Farmers are facing significant issues due to rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and an increase in extreme weather events. Farmers' income has been low because of changing weather patterns, which include high pest problems, low crop production, and high yield costs. The exploratory research method is used in this research. The results show that farmers need fast and proper support. Farmers can deal with problems easily if they have proper farming techniques, regular weather updates, and the help of government experts. These steps are important to keep crops developing well and protect the farmers' daily life in the area like Rawat.
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Weather Pattern, Food Security, Crop Production, Extreme Weather, Climate Change
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(1) Mahnoor
Graduate, Department of Anthropology, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Abid Ghafoor Chaudhry
Associate Professor/Chairman, Department of Anthropology, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.