The "use it or lose it" water rights principle discourages conservation among Western farmers. Economist Renata Rimšaitė examines reform efforts and the trust barriers that...

Economist Renata Rimšaitė examines how crop diversification can reduce irrigation risk and stabilize farm income, while noting the real barriers growers face in making the...

Farmer sentiment showed signs of improvement in March, even as concerns about rising input costs continue to weigh on outlooks for the 2026 growing season.

Rainfall variability in the eastern U.S. is forcing growers to adopt irrigation, but outdated water governance systems aren't ready for the shift.

How allocations, metering and other regulatory water policies are reshaping farm economics, from day-to-day decision-making to long-term sustainability.

When data centers are being sited in arid regions, this has sparked real and perceived competition with water for farms.

Advanced irrigation technology offers precision water management, but high costs and complexity limit adoption despite clear environmental benefits.

Podcasts offer a convenient way to keep up with market trends, policy changes, and technological advancements.

Rising energy costs in irrigation present challenges for farmers as water scarcity creates a costly cycle, but innovative programs like LEMAs demonstrate sustainable solutions that...

As tariff negotiations continue to evolve, uncertainty remains the dominant force shaping the economic landscape for irrigation professionals.