Navigating the Dry Phase: How El Niño Threatens Jamaica's Vegetable, Melon, and Tuber Yields in Late 2026

Raymond Pryce

ENVIROTEK Climate Intelligence Brief · 2026

This paper highlights how the 2026 El Niño weather pattern is expected to disrupt Jamaica’s critical agricultural seasons, leading to reduced yields of key crops like yams, peppers, and melons due to drought and erratic rainfall. It underscores the importance of climate-smart farming strategies to protect food security and support farmers in adapting to these challenging conditions.