Arizona’s farms are running out of water, forcing farmers to confront climate change

Arizona's farms are running out of water, forcing farmers to confront climate change

Farmers in Arizona are facing the brunt of climate change as the Colorado River experiences shortages. Even in rural and conservative areas, most agree something needs to change.

Arizona’s farms are running out of water, forcing farmers to confront climate change

Cassy England is a fifth-generation farmer in Pinal County, Arizona. For decades, her family has been a part of the vibrant agricultural community in the southern part of the state, growing cotton, alfalfa and grains.But this year, she's facing an unexpected challenge: She has to manage her crops with half of the usual water supply.Agriculture in this area relies on the Colorado River, and a historic drought is causing severe shortages. Just as …

Arizona's farms are running out of water, forcing farmers to confront climate change

Farmers in Arizona are facing the brunt of climate change as the Colorado River experiences shortages. Even in rural and conservative areas, most agree something needs to change.