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California would probably have plenty of water if they didn't allow the cultivation of thirsty crops in the goddamn desert. Everyone talks about California regulations (there are some silly ones), but what sticks out to me the most is the corporate shit they refuse to regulate.
SO. MUCH. FARMING.
why the fuck is a decades long drought stricken state responsible for so many water heavy crops???? Or any crops really???
It's especially weird since we export so much water too. L.A. just happens to take... An inordinate amount.