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Conservation and Efficient Use of Water

Plan Goal

Overall goal of this project is to meet present and future water demand through conservation measures that not only expand the efficient use of available water resources, but also create new water supplies.

Situation Statement

Increased demand makes efficient water use a must. Rapid population growth in the Rio Grande Basin will further stress limited water resources already constrained by salinity and other water quality problems. Currently, irrigated agriculture accounts for the majority of water use in the region. University scientist, local irrigation districts, and policy makers have identified a number of research based strategies to save water, such as helping agricultural producers use water wisely. Similarly, urban irrigators can also use water more efficiently. These research and Extension education efforts will be instrumental in ensuring future water availlability for agriculture, cities, and the environment. Team administrator members for this project include Craig Runyan, Water Quality Coordinator and Leeann DeMouche, Water Resource Specialist. Key personnel in New Mexico include researchers and Extension specialist, as well as county agents in all Rio Grande Basin counties. This is a joint project of The Texas A&M University System Agriculture Program and the College of Agriculture and Home Economics at New Mexico State University. All work and materials is based upon work supported by the Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture.

Target Audience and Actions

Short-Term Objectives

Medium-Term Objectives

Long-Term Objectives

Evaluation Plan