Much of Canada's agricultural production is from the Palliser Triangle in southern Alberta and Saskatchewan.Geological data from the past 2000 years indicate that agricultural production in this region could be vulnerable in the future due to

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The Palliser Triangle region is known to have a semi-arid climate with low precipitation levels, which makes it susceptible to droughts. Geological data from the past 2000 years also support this vulnerability, indicating a history of drought events in the region. While the other options listed (floods, wildfires, severe storms, insect infestations) may also impact agricultural production, they are not as closely linked to the specific geographical and climatic conditions of the Palliser Triangle as droughts.

Much of Canada's Agricultural Production Is from the Palliser Triangle