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The U.S. seasonal drought outlook graphic provided by the U.S. Drought Monitor.
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According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, national drought coverage declined from 63% to 38% between Oct. 25, 2022, and Feb. 28, 2023.
Men installing a pump with the words "Weigh your options when replacing a pumping system" below them.
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If you’re assessing how to upgrade your operations or installing a new pumping system, there are a variety of factors to consider.
Reclamation-publishes-two-water-allocation-options-for-Colorado-River
The Department of Interior released a draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement with major implications for the Colorado River Basin. 
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The Senate voted 53-43 to overturn the Biden administration's beleaguered Waters of the United States rule.
Center pivot irrigating fields
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While sprinklers are known to last many years, regular maintenance can ensure they stay working at their fullest potential.
U.S. season drought outlook map
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Despite recent California headlines of flash flooding, debris flows and small dam failures, cool-season storminess has been instrumental in reducing Western drought coverage and intensity.
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NACD opened the application period for its 2023 Urban and Community Conservation grant initiative in January.
The-year-ahead-for-irrigation-&-agriculture-Winter23
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Uncertainty in key global markets for U.S. ag exports like Mexico and China, and drought in many parts of the country all represent challenges for...
NASA-takes-historical-measurement-of-mountain-range-water-source
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory published a study that takes stock of a previously unmeasured source of water that flows through soil and rock.
The U.S. will see drought from the Pacific Coast to the Great Plains in autumn 2022, with La Niña presaging southern drought persistence.
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The U.S. will see drought from the Pacific Coast to the Great Plains in autumn 2022, with La Niña presaging southern drought persistence.