Agriculture, irrigation, and drainage on the west side of the San Joaquin Valley, California: Unified perspective on hydrogeology, geochemistry and management

Streams in Mediterranean Climate Regions: Abiotic Influences and Biotic Responses to Predictable Seasonal Events

“…However, unlike arid regions where the shortage of water and harsh climatic conditions limit population growth and development, an abundance of sunshine and mild winters make mediterranean-climate regions particularly suitable for human settlement and intensive agricultural production (e.g. 122). This results in a high demand for freshwater, particularly for irrigation, which often consumes water more than all other sectors of the economy combined (e.g., ca.…”