Dealing with a deluge

摘要

As climate change shifts precipitation patterns, farmers in many regions have found more rain coming in deluges rather than meted out through the season, leading to flooding and erosion followed by periods of drought. At the same time, intensifying mechanization means heavy equipment tamping down soil and causing rutting, both of which also take a toll on the orchard and vineyard floor.Fortunately, growers have a wide range of long-and short-term options to mitigate flooding, improve hydrology and support smooth farm operations.