In this issue: Implications of the Drought for California Agriculture Climatological Context for California’s Ongoing Drought, by John Abatzoglou California...
At the October meeting of the Delta Stewardship Council, during the Lead Scientist report, Dr. Laurel Larsen spotlighted an article on decision-making during drought, noted two upcoming science workshops, and gave an update on the ongoing activities of the Delta...
Prepared by Robert Shibatani The 2021-22 Water Year has started off with a bang! Record precipitation totals during last week’s Atmospheric River (AR) storms were impressive and have significantly changed the early season hydrologic picture for much of California. One-day...
First model of “Baseflow” reflects possible climate change By the USGS: A new study projects that a hot and dry future climate may lead to a 29% decline in Upper Colorado River Basin “baseflow” at the basin outlet by the...
By Bob Johnson, Ag Alert As dairy farmers endure the worst drought in decades, University of California Cooperative Extension researchers are offering tips on making every drop count—from deficit-irrigation strategies for feed crops to check lists to reduce water waste...
The Biden administration moved Tuesday to dissolve two rule changes from the Trump era that lightened protections for endangered species. By Alexandra Jones, Courthouse News Service Wolves, whooping cranes and other species that depend on critical habitat designations to survive...