While California's historic drought has dominated headlines related to extreme weather changes, northeastern farmers are facing increased agricultural pressures as water becomes scarce in the region.
The northeast is responsible for the cultivation of crops, such as cabbage, spinach, squash, sweet corn, and potatoes.
According to the National Integrated Drought Information System, in 2022, Rhode Island experienced the second driest July in the past 128 years. As a result, the state has begun to enforce water restrictions.
Farmers on the coast of Maine have also taken extreme measures to converse well water for livestock, the Bangor Daily News reports. Some are digging new wells, and others are making major changes to their farms.
Boston.com reports the recent trend of heavy, short rainfall does not typically soak into the ground but instead leads to runoff.
"Water supplies are low or dry, and many communities are restricting nonessential outdoor water use. Fire departments are combating more brush fires, and crops are growing poorly," Yahoo News reported.
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