Australian consumers are already paying more for food because of climate change and the problem will get worse as temperatures increase, according to a new report.
Climate change is already increasing the price Australians pay for food and the problem will only get worse, a new report has warned.The report from Farmers for Climate Action says higher food prices and shortages will become more common as temperatures increaseThe environment group Farmers for Climate Action, which commissioned the report, has warned global warming will lead to higher food prices and shortages for consumers.
The report warns drought is becoming more frequent and production is affected by lower crop yields, livestock stress, and higher operational costs. Russia's invasion of Ukraine is also expected to lead to higher food prices, with both countries major agricultural producers.Mr Bartos said, when he prepared the report, he was surprised to learn people were already paying more for food as a result of climate change.