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High-resolution atlas shows how thirsty plants hold out during drought
- March 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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The United States and Mexico have been in a historic megadrought since the turn of the century. For more than 25 years, the American Southwest has faced the severe social and economic consequences of this megadrought—including a $1.1 billion agricultural loss in California in 2021 alone. With these conditions persisting, how can we help crops withstand drought while minimizing yield loss?
Originally published at Phys.org