Reliable water infrastructure is the foundation of thriving communities, productive agriculture, and a strong Western economy. That’s why Family Farm Alliance is encouraged to see significant progress on water infrastructure investments across the West. The U.S....
As drought conditions continue to intensify across much of the West, water reliability remains one of the most pressing challenges facing agriculture, rural communities, and our nation’s food supply. This month’s briefing examines worsening drought conditions,...
The current water year is shaping up to be one of the worst hydrologic years on record for the Colorado River Basin, with dangerously low snowpack, declining runoff, and growing pressure on already strained reservoirs. A broad coalition of agricultural organizations,...
As the West enters the 2026 irrigation season, water conditions are tightening across nearly every major basin. Low snowpack, early runoff, and expanding drought are creating a year defined by uncertainty for agricultural producers and water managers alike. At the...
The Family Farm Alliance’s March 2026 Monthly Briefing is now available, featuring the latest updates on federal policy, Western water infrastructure, and on-the-ground engagement across the region. This month’s issue highlights continued movement on the Farm Bill,...
