Our Water Sources Must Be Protected
Tommy Horton
. For many years, we've observed the situation in the Texas High Plains where producers depend on the Ogallala Aquifer as their primary water source. This aquifer is extremely crucial to the future of production agriculture in that region as well as seven other states in the Midwest. Simply put, the aquifer has a difficult time recharging itself, and its water must be managed meticulously.
The High Plains Underground Water Conservation District in Lubbock has given us an inside view of how the issue is being dealt with today. With the help of this group along with Extension agronomist Randy Boman, Extension irrigation specialist Dana Porter and producer Steve Newsom, we've gained a new perspective on how all parties are working together to maintain, manage and protect this water source. They are all part of our cover story on pages 12 and 13.
Senior writer Carroll Smith also gives an update on some exciting new developments in variable rate irrigation technology that could have application for producers in all regions. Her story is on pages 14 and 15. Finally, Southeast Editor Amanda Huber tells us about key alliances in her region that are making water conservation a reality. You can find her report on page 19.
source : cottonfarming
Tommy Horton
. For many years, we've observed the situation in the Texas High Plains where producers depend on the Ogallala Aquifer as their primary water source. This aquifer is extremely crucial to the future of production agriculture in that region as well as seven other states in the Midwest. Simply put, the aquifer has a difficult time recharging itself, and its water must be managed meticulously.
The High Plains Underground Water Conservation District in Lubbock has given us an inside view of how the issue is being dealt with today. With the help of this group along with Extension agronomist Randy Boman, Extension irrigation specialist Dana Porter and producer Steve Newsom, we've gained a new perspective on how all parties are working together to maintain, manage and protect this water source. They are all part of our cover story on pages 12 and 13.
Senior writer Carroll Smith also gives an update on some exciting new developments in variable rate irrigation technology that could have application for producers in all regions. Her story is on pages 14 and 15. Finally, Southeast Editor Amanda Huber tells us about key alliances in her region that are making water conservation a reality. You can find her report on page 19.
source : cottonfarming
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