The Algarve, famous for its incredible scenery, delicious wine, and warm weather, has a major challenge: running out of water. This is not a problem for the future, but one for now.
From Euronews, farmers face an uphill battle to ensure their crops and livestock survive. However, the combined strain of reduced rainfall and overconsumption of water by the high number of tourists makes this difficult.
Local farmers and residents already have to grapple with water restrictions, causing the former to rely on new technologies. Underground irrigation systems, soil humidity monitors and regenerative agriculture are just some of the methods used to reduce water use and increase water retention.
