Impact Assessment of Climate Change on Rice Production in Khon Kaen Province, Thailand
by Jintana Kawasaki and Srikantha Herath
- Study focuses on climate change impact on rice production in northeast region of Thailand.
- Analyzes effects on production, profitability, and adaptation practices among rice farmers.
- Considers different rice varieties and paddy soil series in Khon Kaen Province.
- KDML 105 performs well in Phon Phisai soil, while RD6 struggles in Roi Et soil.
- Other varieties (Suphanburi, Sanpatong, Chainat) perform well in Roi Et and Nam Phong soils.
- All tested varieties show decreasing yield trend in 2050-2059 and 2090-2099.
- Chang rice variety identified as potential option for maintaining yields under future climate.
- Factors influencing rice production: area, solar radiation, and temperature.
- Increased solar radiation and temperature lead to decreased rice yields.
