Around the world, farming uses about 70% of all fresh water each year. This is just to water 25% of the land we can farm on. With climate change, we’re seeing more droughts and floods. This makes it important to use water wisely. Efficient water resource management has never been more crucial. Moving to precision … Read more
Fortune magazine suggests water might become as important as oil for wealth. It’s crucial we look into water policy in farming. With global heat increasing and water getting scarce, we need to act together. We must focus on U.S. water policies, invest in farming advances, and refill our water reserves. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric … Read more
Small-scale farmers deal with big problems. They must switch to sustainable farming methods to grow more crops. Using smart tools like precision irrigation, crop rotation, and mixed planting helps a lot. This way, farms can produce more and stay healthy in the future. Drought-resistant farming helps keep the soil healthy and saves water. This is … Read more
Ever thought about how much water is used to make everyday products? The water we don’t see is crucial for making items from clothes to food. Knowing our hidden water footprint helps us choose sustainably and live more water-aware. Goods and services use a lot of water. For example, making just one cotton T-shirt needs … Read more
In regions with little water, like California, farming needs smart solutions. Recycled irrigation water is one such answer. It helps keep a steady water supply, which is super important during dry spells. For the past 50 years, many farms have started using recycled water safely, according to Title 22 rules. This method uses high-tech water … Read more
Agricultural water runoff is a big problem we can’t ignore. It affects the quality of water in rivers, lakes, and wetlands. It also hits the economy hard. The United States spends over $4.8 billion each year just to remove nitrates from drinking water. So, it’s clear we need sustainable farming and ways to stop this … Read more
When we talk about industrial pollution, it’s hard to overlook the damage to our environment and water. Pollutants like organic carbon, nitrogen, and heavy metals are released into our waters. This harms numerous ecosystems and natural resources worldwide. Despite efforts, most of Europe’s waters are not in good condition. Only 40% of surface waters are … Read more
Some crops need a lot of water to grow. Knowing which ones are crucial, especially where water is scarce. This high water use impacts water availability and can worsen water crises. It’s essential to use water thoughtfully and farm sustainably. Crops like almonds need a lot more water than others. For instance, 80% of the … Read more
Agriculture uses over 70% of the world’s fresh water. It’s key to use sustainable farming to support our growing global population. Improving how we use water for irrigation helps save water and keeps farming economically viable. Farmers should use cost-effective, modern tools like precision irrigation. Using advanced irrigation methods like drip systems can greatly reduce … Read more
Agriculture uses almost 70 percent of the world’s freshwater. To feed one person every day takes 3,000 liters of water. This is much more than the two liters we drink. The need for food will make agriculture production go up 70 percent by 2050. This will put more pressure on our water resources. Climate change … Read more