Saltwater from rising sea levels threatens future of farming along Chesapeake Bay
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Near the Chesapeake Bay, farms have flourished for hundreds of years on the rich, fertile soil of coastal Maryland. But as sea levels rise, driven in part by climate change, encroaching saltwater is disrupting the livelihoods of many farmers. It's a preview of what other areas near saltwater may soon confront. William Brangham reports for our series on climate change and water, Tipping Point. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
Saltwater from rising sea levels threatens future of farming along Chesapeake Bay