Agricultural Water Security Listening Session

Resource Type:

Research Report

Author:

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Publication Date:

2004

URL:

http://www.csrees.usda.gov/water

Keywords:

water, water security, farm, irrigation, rural, conservation, management

Abstract:

Agricultural water security is described as the need to maintain adequate water supplies to meet the food and fiber needs of the expanding population-maximizing the efficiency of water use by farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.

Geographical Emphasis:

National

Ecological Emphasis:

Multiple Ecosystems, Rivers, Watersheds

Target Audiences:

Agriculture, Agriculture-Related Businesses, Water, Watershed, And Riverway Groups

Water Topics - SubTopics:

Water Policy And Economics - value of water
Conservation And Agricultural Water Management - community focus, management and drainage, nonpoint source pollution, use-related issues

Educational Purpose:

Information Resource (One Way)

Contact Information:

United States Department of Agriculture
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Services
Natural Resources and Environment Unit
1400 Independence Ave., SW
Washinton, DC 20250-2210

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