# Rice Krispies Lose Rice Due to Climate Crisis

> Rice Krispies now use rice flour instead of actual rice grains because of climate change.
- Title: Rice Krispies Lose Rice Due to Climate Crisis · Futurism
- Summary: Rice Krispies now use rice flour instead of actual rice grains because of climate change.
- Keywords: kellogg's, rice krispies, el niño, climate change, rice shortage, cereal reformulation, Futurism
- Source: Futurism — https://futurism.com/science-energy/climate-change-rice-krispies
- Author: Frank Landymore
- Published: 2026-11-08T17:49:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: kellogg's, rice krispies, el niño, climate change, rice shortage, cereal reformulation, science, technology
## Rice Krispies Reformulation
Kellogg's UK and European markets now use rice flour and corn flour instead of actual rice grains.

> huge focus
## Climate Impact on Rice
El Niño weather events have caused severe droughts in Asia, affecting rice production and prices.

> super El Niño
## Kellogg's Reason
The company says changing weather conditions are impacting rice quality and availability for cereals.

> maintain consistent quality
## Key takeaway

Kellogg's reformulated Rice Krispies with rice flour to address climate-driven rice shortages.