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Climate change is significantly impacting field agriculture by altering pest dynamics and increasing crop disease incidence. Rising temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns are expanding the range and altering the behavior of agricultural pests, leading to more frequent and severe infestations. Similarly, warmer and more humid conditions are promoting the spread and intensity of crop diseases, resulting in higher crop losses and reduced yields. This article examines the ways in which climate change influences pest and disease pressures, including changes in distribution, reproduction rates, and behavior of pests, as well as the emergence and virulence of pathogens. The implications for agricultural management are explored, emphasizing the need for integrated pest and disease management strategies, the development of resistant crop varieties, and the adoption of sustainable farming practices. Addressing these challenges requires adaptive strategies to ensure resilient agricultural systems in the face of a changing climate.
