Drought makes local farmer prepare for irrigation ahead

Myatovic then says Prince George at least has higher water levels than other cities. However, another problem he might stumble into is a different topic than just taking care of the farm. Myatovic says his fresh produce might need to be sold at a higher cost to the farmer’s market than usual.

“We try to keep the price about the same and take the loss ourselves. But eventually if this keeps out, we will have to charge more. It’s just a cost of doing business.”

Another organization impacted or soon to be affected by level three drought is our local food bank. Roy Law is a community ministries director for the Salvation Army in Prince George. He says the impact of dry conditions on the food bank has been minimal so far, but they’re always prepared for a possible change in the amount of donations they receive.

“There is a basis of us that do grow our own products and stuff throughout the summer. So it does help us that way.”

The province says it’s helping farmers and food producers prepare for drought by building more water storage on farms and planting more drought-resistant and water-efficient crops.

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by Chris Koo

Drought makes local farmer prepare for irrigation ahead

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