Researchers at France’s National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (Inrae) warn that increasingly frequent extreme weather events are destabilizing the economic viability of farms. David Renaudeau and Inaki Garcia de Cortazar-Atauri highlighted the urgency for agricultural sectors to adapt to these changing conditions in a recent interview with *Le Monde*. The intensification of these climatic phenomena poses a significant challenge as farms attempt to transform their practices. This disruption occurs at a critical juncture, demanding swift and effective adaptation strategies. The researchers emphasize the vulnerability of agriculture amidst this escalating climate instability. Ultimately, the future of French farming hinges on its ability to successfully navigate these unprecedented environmental pressures.