Saltwater intrusion is becoming a major threat to Coastal Farmland in the US. Hurricanes and tropical storms bring storm surges that deposit salt content in the soil, leading to soil salinization. This can permanently reduce crop productivity and impact local water quality. The issue has become more severe in recent years due to climate change, and the difference between ocean water levels and soil elevation is decreasing. Farmers are struggling to mitigate the damage, and research is being conducted to better understand and address Saltwater Intrusion.

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