Snacktime with NASA: Cheese Board

Kathleen Gaeta hosts a session on NASA's role in food production, focusing on how NASA's technology aids agriculture through water management and soil monitoring. Matt Rodell, a NASA hydrosphere scientist, explains the use of satellites like SNAP and GRACE for monitoring soil wetness and groundwater, which are crucial for sustainable farming. The session highlights NASA's collaboration with the US Department of Agriculture to manage water resources, especially in drought-prone areas like California. The discussion concludes with insights into the future impact of climate change on water availability.

What is the connection between NASA and the food on our plate?

How does NASA help farmers prepare for water shortages?

What role does the SNAP satellite play in agriculture?

Explain the significance of groundwater for agriculture.

What are some crops mentioned that require significant water for growth?

What is the Gripex project and how does it relate to NASA's work?

Discuss the impact of climate change on drought frequency and intensity.