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Climate change will make rice less nutritious, putting millions of the world's poor at risk

  • Written by Kristie Ebi, Professor of Global Health and Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, University of Washington
Climate change will make rice less nutritious, putting millions of the world's poor at riskRice farmer in Longsheng, China.kevincure, CC BY

Rice is the primary food source for more than 3 billion people around the world. Many are unable to afford a diverse and nutritious diet that includes complete protein, grains, fruits and vegetables. They rely heavily on more affordable cereal crops, including rice, for most of their calories.

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