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Colorado River experts say agriculture must make permanent cuts to water use
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· June 23, 2026
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Key points This idea is being floated as a potential solution to the region's water woes. Colorado River experts are considering a new approach to address water issues in the basin.
Colorado River experts are considering a new approach to address water issues in the basin. The concept involves permanently reducing water use by agriculture.
This idea is being floated as a potential solution to the region's water woes. Some cities have already made adjustments to their water use, reducing consumption while growing in population.
Further details on this proposal are available from the Aspen Times, which has more information on the concept and its potential implications for the Colorado River basin.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
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