Colorado’s San Luis Valley faces arsenic and water shortage challenges
The San Luis Valley in Colorado faces high arsenic levels in wells due to drought and aquifer depletion, spurring community-led conservation efforts.
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Help available for farmers who suffered 2022 drought, wildfire and other disasters
Agriculture Department announces plan to distribute $3.7 billion in aid for farmers hit by 2022 natural disasters such as drought and wildfire.
Utah no longer in extreme or exceptional drought, but not out of woods yet
Utah saw its third-wettest Jan-Mar since 1895. Despite record-breaking snowfall, drought persists in parts of the state, raising water conservation concerns.
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.
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.