From the Wall Street Journal (full piece $$$-walled):
In 2012, the drought-stricken Western United States will ship more than 50 billion gallons of water to China. This water will leave the country embedded in alfalfa—most of it grown in California—and is destined to feed Chinese cows.
ht DG
Also, about China & Water: http://www.chinadialogue.net/books/5198/en
The referenced PDF is an eye opener.
dg
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Virtual water map at RR. Pls use reputable sources
It was interesting until they suggested holding water back for US dairies :-\