How thousands of small farms collectively shape water demand in a water-stressed region

Phys.org Friday 29 May 2026, 15:20 UTC 1 min read

As climate change intensifies drought conditions across the Southwest, researchers at The University of New Mexico are examining how agricultural water is used in one of New Mexico's most critical river systems.

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