Hilary takes a toll on agriculture; reservoirs nearing capacity
Hurricane Hilary, downgraded to a tropical storm, hit California and Nevada with flash floods, road washouts, and mudslides. The storm impacted poorer farming communities, delayed planting and...
Report finds agriculture uses 80% of New Mexico’s fresh water
Report finds agriculture uses 80% of New Mexico's water, highlighting dairies and certain crops. Experts advocate efficient irrigation and water reuse as solutions.
California allocates $17 million for sustainable groundwater use in Central Valley
California's DWR allocates $17M to Central Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agencies via LandFlex in an effort to encourage small and medium farms to reduce groundwater pumping.
Pro-Agriculture, bipartisan Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act introduced
U.S. Senators introduced the Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act, aiming to help farmers protect groundwater while keeping their lands productive.
Largest ag water district in the US sees success with groundwater recharge
California's Westlands Water District is implementing groundwater recharge projects to store 200,000 acre-feet of water by Feb 2024, bolstering drought resilience.
Agricultural interests across rural America are pleased with the Supreme Court's decision in Sackett, tightening the reach of federal regulations on clean water.
