How does peanut yield fluctuate under irrigation practices and precipitation anomalies? Modelling insights from the North China plain

Key Points

• Peanut yield significantly fluctuates due to varying irrigation practices and precipitation anomalies, impacting crop outputs.
• The analysis indicates a 20% decrease in peanut yield during extreme drought conditions, underlining the importance of effective management strategies.
• Modeling assessments were conducted using historical climate data and current agricultural practices in the North China Plain.
• Understanding these fluctuations may help optimize irrigation strategies and ensure sustainable peanut production in changing climates.