How to Grow Food in a Drought

Posted by R.J. Jacob ⋅ July 24, 2012 ⋅ Leave a Comment

The drought this year is pretty severe. Worse, it’s not only dry, it’s HOT.

If you want to get a sense for how bad it is, take a look at this amazing graphic that compares this year’s drought vs. previous droughts.

Of course, this drought means it is going to be a bad year for farmers. Corn prices are already at an all time high and other crops are following its ascent. It also means that it’s going to be a bad year for many gardeners. Why? Many communities are going to impose strict water controls by the end of the summer….