Tag: drought
New Study Shows 57% Decline In Western Bumble Bee—And Why
The western bumble bee was once common in western North America, but increasing temperatures, drought, and pesticide use have contributed to a 57% decline...
Recent CA Storms Won’t End Water Crisis Say Experts
California continues to battle a series of significant storms, bringing much needed rain to the entire state, but not solving the ongoing water crisis....
Southern Californians Urged To Reassess Winter Irrigation Needs & Non-Functional Turf
Regional Drought Emergency declared.
Preparing for a fourth consecutive dry year, last week Metropolitan Water District’s Board of Directors declared a Regional Drought Emergency for...
2022 U.S. Winter Outlook: How Busy Will You Be?
Wondering how busy the snow and ice management part of your business might be this winter? A wet winter is predicted for many northern...
Minnesota “Lawns To Legumes” Accepting Applications
Minnesota landscapers, heads up! Here's something to make your clients aware of: The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) is once again...
CA Announces New Water Strategy: 500M Sq. Ft Of Turf To Be Converted By...
Late last week, Governor Newsom of California announced a new comprehensive water supply strategy focusing on accelerated infrastructure projects that would better prepare the...
Drought, Lawn Removal, & Landscape Watering Survey Released
Nearly 20% of U.S. homeowners with water restrictions have removed lawns, according to a just-released survey from Rachio, a manufacturer of smart irrigation controllers....
Turf June 2022 Issue
Editor's Letter: June 2022 Issue
Not A Drop To Drink
I could fill this Editor’s Letter with scary statistics about water shortages and drought, but unless...
The Drought-Wise Landscaper
Strategies from a California landscaper and irrigation expert.
For the third time in the state’s history, California is facing a water crisis that reaches far...
Cali in Crisis: Water Agencies Call for Immediate & Long-Term Action
California water agencies form the group, Solve The Water Crisis.
A newly formed statewide education effort, Solve the Water Crisis, was launched this past April...