Pasta of the future: Italy tests climate-resistant wheat

In Emilia-Romagna, Italy's "Food Valley", researchers are working on the pasta of the future by focusing on its main ingredient: wheat, according to France 24. The region, home to some of Italy's most iconic food products, is at the forefront of efforts to make the country's staple dish resilient to climate change.

The project comes as Italy endures one of its most intense heatwaves on record, with nearly all major cities placed on red alert and temperatures touching 40C, according to the BBC and The Local Italy. The extreme conditions have heightened concerns about agricultural production, particularly for crops like wheat that are sensitive to heat and drought.

France 24 reported that technology is being used to improve the iconic Italian dish, with researchers focusing on breeding wheat varieties that can withstand the hotter, drier conditions expected in the coming decades. The work is part of a broader effort to future-proof Italy's food supply chain.