- Rising temperatures affecting caves
- Drought stressing pastures
- Fire risk increasing
- Tourist pressure on resources
Innovative Solutions
- Solar cooling for caves
- Drought-resistant fodder crops
- Fire-break grazing programs
- Sustainable tourism limits
Cultural Evolution
The South's position as Europe's meeting point continues shaping cheese. North African immigrants bring new preservation techniques. Climate refugees from within Europe start farms. Asian tourists drive export markets. This mixing enriches rather than threatens traditional cheese culture.