UC Santa Barbara study finds California could save 93% water in agriculture by using lower water intensity crops or better farming practices.
A UC Santa Barbara study suggests California could save up to 93% of water by switching to lower water intensity crops, or by improving farming practices. The research combined remote sensing, data, and machine learning to analyze crop water usage in the Central Valley. Improving farming techniques could play a crucial role in achieving water efficiency goals, as agriculture accounts for around 80% of the state's water usage.
March 25, 2024
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