CBS News had an interesting slide show this week on impacts of the California drought on agriculture and the environment that you might not have thought of.  For example, it is becoming difficult to find any grass-fed beef in the region because there is no grass for the cattle to eat.  And chili peppers are too hot due to the lack of water.  You can view it here.

Source: Tony Atkin, Commons WIkimedia
Source: Tony Atkin, Commons WIkimedia