Impact of Climate Change on California's Peach Harvest
At Masumoto Family Farm in California's Central Valley, the prized peaches are renowned for their exceptional flavor and are highly sought after by top restaurants worldwide.
Concerning Trends in Harvest
However, this year's harvest reveals concerning trends: a 30% reduction in peach yields, attributed to milder winter temperatures that disturbed the trees' natural dormancy cycles. Farmers like Mas Masumoto, whose family depends on a 12-week harvest season for their livelihood, are witnessing firsthand how climate change endangers their agricultural practices.