California is the world's fifth-largest supplier of food. Its Central Valley - a rich plot of agricultural gold that's nearly the size of West Virginia - is where America gets $4
But $4, and some of these crops require so much water they are likely making the problem worse.
Here's a visual breakdown of $4 to grow (just one!) of some of our favorite foods:
![Water for crops graphic](https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/552546d56bb3f7c71e345b6b-1200-2094/waterforcrops_final.png)
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Next time you grab a handful of almonds, think about the fact that every single one of those deliciously crunchy nuts required an entire gallon of water.
Happy snacking!