Deficit (VPD)) and reduced water availability as a consequence of climate change is likely to

affect cotton production. However, there had previously been little research to assess the realworld

Water availability will be a key consideration for some (if not all!) growers during the coming season. So in this edition, we take a look at management options for growers with a limited water supply.

Water continues to be a major constraint for cotton production systems.

There is currently a shortage of irrigation water available for cotton production in Australia due to recent climatic and legislative conditions.

There is scant information on the economic, social and environmental values of consequences of policies on diversion rates and various scenarios.