Cambio climático y agricultura: una revisión de la literatura con énfasis en América Latina* Climate Change and Agriculture: A Review of the Literature with Emphasis on Latin America

摘要: The increment in greenhouse gas emissions and its effect on climate is such that the need for agricultural sector to adapt seems inevitable. However, given adaptive measures are limited, it possible change will affect food availability increase price volatility. This essay presents a synthesis of evidence effects has sector, with special emphasis Latin America. revision makes clear going be heterogeneous they could very well costly. Therefore, public policies aimed at reducing while same time promoting change, essential. concludes some considerations future research topics contribute design said policies.