Arizona revokes approval for Saudi-owned farm’s deepwater wells
Arizona withdraws permission for two deepwater wells at a controversial Saudi-owned farm, citing inconsistencies in applications and concerns over excessive water usage.
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Department of Interior proposes new public lands rule
The Department of the Interior proposes the Public Lands Rule to guide balanced management, improve resilience, conserve habitats, and support responsible development.
Is getting paid not to farm a good option?
Paying farmers to allow their fields to go fallow for the sake of conserving water is not an attractive option when farmers lose money in the deal.
Grass for cash effort leads to impressive conservation in Nevada
Water conservation is a key component in saving the Colorado River system. Nevada is making impressive strides by encouraging residents to rip out grass lawns.
Upper basin states to encourage water conservation
Using federal funds, the upper basin states will encourage Colorado River water users to save water by paying them to not use their water rights.
Farming town in California about to run out of water
The farming community of Coalinga is projected to run out of water by December 1. The city has only one source of water: an allotment from the Federal government. Farmers have been chopping down their almond and pistachio trees and residents have been on water restrictions for months.