Searching for Water in Ojai Valley
It's no secret that California has periods of drought, a large agricultural industry, and diminishing rainfall annually over the years. Not to mention a steadily growing population, it doesn't take an expert to see the possibility of available resources drying up, one resource in particular that is vital, water. It's a very difficult situation, the state's resources for clean drinking water are drying up and groundwater, which 85% of California residents depend on for drinking water, is being used in many areas of California unsustainably. Farmers in the Central Valley and the Central Coast of California depend heavily on groundwater and without sustainable usage, the groundwater resources could take several years to replenish. As the number one producer of food in the U.S. it goes without saying that the health of California's agricultural industry is very important. As for the residents of the golden state, many are wondering if their quality of life and access ...