UC Merced Study: Drought Cost CA Ag $1.1 Billion 03.23.2022
The drought is having a severe economic toll on California agriculture. A new study from the University of California, Merced, said exceptionally dry conditions in 2021 resulted in a $1.1 billion loss for farm businesses in the state. An estimated 8,750 full or part-time agricultural workers lost their jobs. The report also said 395,000 acres…