Figure 7.8
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Growing season moisture deficit (precipitation minus potential evapotranspiration) across Canada for the period 1981–2010 and for the period 2041–2070 as projected under a high emissions (RCP8.5) scenario. In most areas, increased precipitation is more than offset by increased temperature and associated evaporation, leading to greater moisture deficits.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, 2018