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link to Upper Colorado River shortages leave farmers, tribes struggling

Upper Colorado River shortages leave farmers, tribes struggling

The Upper Colorado River Commission reveals through real-life stories that shortages are forcing farmers, ranchers, and tribes to make tough choices as water supplies drop, impacting communities and...

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Wyoming ranchers contest water exchange for oil refinery

Ranchers challenge the state's approval of the HF Sinclair’s water exchange application, claiming it bypasses Wyoming law.

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link to Upper Basin States renew conservation incentives amid trust gaps

Upper Basin States renew conservation incentives amid trust gaps

Upper Basin states extend water conservation rewards; a University of Wyoming and Western Landowners Alliance survey reveals a significant trust gap and lack of program awareness among farmers.

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link to Litigation watch: Water rights on federal lands case gears up

Litigation watch: Water rights on federal lands case gears up

The United States has sued the State of Idaho over the state's forfeiture procedures for water rights on public lands.

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Monsoons may deliver good water news for Arizona

Arizona is about to enjoy a healthy monsoon season, which is good news for its farmers, ranchers and water managers.

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Drought in Southwest might have nationwide implications

From hard-hit farms and ranches to potential water wars, USA Today warns that the Southwestern states are susceptible to a mega drought. Evoking the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, the publication envisions...

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  1. Deborah on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 9, 2026

    Good insights! I am quite concerned about this situation. We need several long-lasting storms. Here in early March, it's unusually…

  2. Helen c on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 8, 2026

    As long as the feds continue to allow data centers, and impede alternative energy sources, we're doomed. These programs are…

  3. Helen c on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 8, 2026

    It is so obvious that the entire larger ecosystem is interdependent on factors that we've been aware of, and done…

  4. Laura on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 7, 2026

    Well, this looks and feels like a sound idea. I find myself wondering if my little towns population is low…

  5. Laura on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 7, 2026

    There is nothing fun about these drought conditions. You can't have snowpack if there's been no snow and there has…

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