Scientists of the James Hutton Institute have alerted about the potential impact of extreme weather events - such as the current heatwave - on crop production and have suggested the development of stress-resistant crops as an important resource to preserve food security in the face of increased temperatures.

"We are researching potatoes that can withstand significant heat stress as spikes in temperature may become more common"

Scientists of the James Hutton Institute have alerted about the potential impact of extreme weather events - such as the current heatwave - on crop production, suggesting the development of stress-resistant crops as an important resource to preserve food security in the face of increased temperatures.

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This article was originally posted by The James Hutton Institute