Farmers Battling Drought, Regulations & Bugs
10 posts across 5 communities in the last 90 days; 40% from r/gardening.
“No I didn't, I actually specifically pointed that out. The majority of that water comes from rain. Rain water for feed doesn't suck rivers dry the way irrigation does for almonds. They require much much much more water to grow than grass or corn, on a per calorie basis. Look I…”
“I grew up swimming in irrigation water/ditches/dams in an ag community [and our school also was on municipal water that turned out to be insufficient in filtration for decades]. I have tons of health issues, autoimmune stuff, etc. My dad used to keep a list of everyone within a…”
“Yeah, and then there’s the river. If the media is telling the truth. Very scary situation.”
Multiple posts highlight challenges facing farmers: drought impacting water resources, legal battles over agricultural regulations (Prop 12), and concerns about crop contamination leading to health issues. These issues are creating significant operational stress.
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“No I didn't, I actually specifically pointed that out. The majority of that water comes from rain. Rain water for feed doesn't suck rivers dry the way irrigation does for almonds. They require much much much more water to grow than grass or corn, on…”
“I grew up swimming in irrigation water/ditches/dams in an ag community [and our school also was on municipal water that turned out to be insufficient in filtration for decades]. I have tons of health issues, autoimmune stuff, etc. My dad used to keep a list of everyone within a 2 mile radius who died of cancer—1 kid survived childhood leukemia. But it was commented how someone was always having a benefit/fundraiser for serious medical issues. Mind you, I lived on a 40 acre farmstead at the time”
“Yeah, and then there’s the river. If the media is telling the truth. Very scary situation.”
“Weaponized: Washington Farmer Targeted After Criticizing Government Regulations? submitted by /u/JoelXGGGG [link] [comments]”
“Meanwhile my cucumbers haven't cucumbered...I even pollinate myself. Drowning in water.”
“It's hot today in the coachella valley. Pray for my plants and cactus submitted by /u/Guitarlovern1 [link] [comments]”