Irrigation of Vineyard in New Zealand (IMAGE) University of Vermont Caption Irrigation systems like this one caused farmers in New Zealand to think their local area was wetter and cooler than it was, according to a new UVM study. The study is the first to link perceptions of climate change to infrastructure. Credit Meredith Niles Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.