Prospects of Modified Plant Micro-Climate in Global Climate Change Research

Rising temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, and the frequency of pests and diseases are just few of the indications of climate change (CC) impacting agricultural productivity, produce quality, storability etc. CC has a profound and significant impact on production risk, especially in places with limited soil and water resources. Agriculture's response to CC could be influenced not just by changing weather conditions, but also by its ability to adapt to technological and food demand changes. The climate associated risks and vagaries in agriculture, as well as food and nutritional security and the impact on farming livelihoods, are widely established. The physiological response of a plant and the energy exchange activity between the plant and its environment are regulated and influenced by microclimate or environmental conditions in the immediate area of a plant. Therefore, under the changing climate, induced alterations in microclimate will help to increase soil and crop productivity against extreme weather risks, ensuring food and nutritional security.