Sydney Turf Suppliers Prepare for El Niño

Sydney turf suppliers take warning. El Niño is expected to hit Australia in the coming months and it might affect numerous farms, fisheries, rivers, and even businesses like florists and turf grass growers. It is reported that the heat and the dry climate can be expected during the winter and spring months.

“We’re already at a point where we’re likely to see an intense El Niño event,” said Professor Barry Brook, environmental scientist from the University of Adelaide, who greatly warns the public about the scale of this El Niño. Reports from NASA also compare the ocean patterns to the previous El Niño in 1997. Shademaster soft leaf and other types of turf grass might withstand such harsh conditions but other plants and greenery might seriously be affected by this weather phenomenon.

The said ocean currents that are building up a powerful El Niño in the Pacific Ocean can possibly affect farms and rivers, causing heat and dryness all throughout the coming months. Sydney turf suppliers are starting their preparations for this meteorological phenomenon, readying all of their supplies and equipment for the probable effects it may inflict on their businesses and coming up with strategies to brace themselves for these tough times.

An El Niño alert has been issued by the Bureau of Meteorology and they proclaimed that there is a 70% chance of the weather phenomenon striking this year. Turf suppliers are more vigilant with the maintenance of their shademaster soft leaf and other turf products to keep them in good condition before the El Niño arrives in the continent.

A statement from Darren Ray, a senior climatologist at the bureau, describes other possible effects of the El Niño. Aside from the heat and dryness, the likelihood of heightened stress levels on water availability and risks of bushfires are greatly plausible during these months. Sydney turf suppliers and other businesses that require huge water supply are alarmed but they are making the most of what they have right now.

Matt Linnegar, chief executive of National Farmers’ Federation, fears the possible desolation droughts will bring to local farmers. He is extremely concerned with his fellow farmers, who just got back on their feet, and the pain of another drought might inflict on them. “Another drought would have a devastating effect for them and their family, putting them back to square one or worse,” he said. As for homeowners, consult with Sydney turf suppliers before the El Niño hit the continent. Get enough information so that your lawn will not be affected. Be smart and be prepared.

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