The changing climate affects us all, threatening crops that have sustained us for centuries. Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are projected to nearly double by 2050, resulting in an average temperature increase of 4.4 degrees Celsius by the end of the 21st century. More than 53% of the olive-growing regions along Turkey’s Aegean Coast—which accounts for 80% of the country’s total olive production—could become unsuitable for cultivating olive trees by 2050. This is a significant concern, as Turkey ranked among the top three countries in the world for olive and olive oil production in 2024.
With the help of GIS technology, we are able to pinpoint these vulnerable regions and assess the potential impacts of climate change on olive trees. GIS empowers us to take proactive measures to understand the cultivation of olives and other crops in those vulnerable regions and ensure the sustainability of this vital industry.
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