"Colorado River's Water Allocation: Unveiling the Dominance of Agricultural Use"

A new study reveals that hay grown for cattle feed consumes 46% of the water diverted from the Colorado River, with agriculture accounting for 74% of the river's water usage. As chronic water shortages persist, researchers emphasize the need to reduce water consumption, particularly in agriculture, and suggest shifting to less water-intensive crops. With the river's flow declining due to climate change, efforts to cut water use and negotiate long-term solutions are underway, including federal funding to support water-saving initiatives.