Big gun irrigation over several crops Figure 3a. Typical wetting pattern of drip irrigation tape Drought Tolerance. Drought tolerance is an indication of a crop's ability to withstand short periods of drought without significantly reducing yield. We have classified vegetables for drought tolerance in the table. Defects From Stress.
Most vegetables respond to water deficit with reduced yield and quality.
However, most crops also express this stress with growth abnormalities. Many of the common abnormalities are listed in the table. For more information , contact your county Extension office. Look in your telephone directory under your county's name to find the number.