Water Management
Agriculture depends on water
Farmers everywhere need an adequate supply of good quality water to grow plants and raise animals. Safe, reliable water supplies are necessary for crop production, livestock watering, cleaning and processing operations, as well as domestic and drinking uses on farms. Farmers and ranchers take steps to protect water.
Water use on the farm
Farmers and ranchers know it’s important to use water wisely and maintain water quality, too. Poor water quality can adversely affect soil quality, crop productivity and food safety. Many farmers have water management plans to protect water quality and water resources on their farms.