The drought in California is the worst in years. It's expected to lead to water shortages for production of everything from avocados to almonds, and could cause prices to rise.
prices for top California exports like avocados, berries, broccoli, grapes, and lettuce could rise anywhere from 17 to 62 cents, depending on the product.
Droughts are nothing new for California farmers, who use conservation practices that reduce water runoff and allow moisture to enter the soil. Farmers also focus on crops that require less water, though about 40% of the 24.6 million acres of farmland in California require irrigation,. Many farmers told the publication that they are planning to leave large portions of their land unseeded due to this year's drought.
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