An Aridamerican model for agriculture in a hotter, water scarce world

A recent study from the University of Arizona finds wild desert crops could be the key to sustainable farming in arid conditions. The article proposes reintroducing indigenous food crops to desert regions to bolster food security, restore local ecosystems, and improve community health. The researchers also provide guidelines on how to plant the crops. First, they propose intercropping, or strategically planting different crops side-by-side to maximize efficiency. The team also suggests planting heat-sensitive crops in the shade of solar panels. This technique, known as agrovoltaics, combines agriculture with photovoltaic power, or solar power.