Pork is the most widely consumed animal protein in the world. As a new Scientific American report suggests, a warming planet may result in skinnier pigs that produce less meat. The National Pork Board in the U.S. has been monitoring the effect of high temperatures on pigs since 2013, according to Scientific American, due to the possible consequences for a US$20 billion industry. Previous studies have identified climate change as a threat to livestock in general as rising temperatures affect feed quality, availability of water and biodiversity. Caught in a vicious meaty circle, climate change will influence livestock production and thus food security.

Source: National Post September 25, 2018 18:00 UTC