The Department of the Interior has issued its 2027-2028 Operating Guidelines and Record of Decision for post-2026 Colorado River operations, establishing a 10-year decision framework to stabilize the river system, […]
drought
Nevada farmers battle an uncertain harvest
Farmers and ranchers in rural Nevada are having a tough year. Livestock prices might be through the roof, but feed producers have faced tighter margins due to operating costs outpacing […]
Let Water Seek its Price Level in a Free Market
The West has been parched by drought for 15 years. Lake Mead stands at 39 percent of its capacity. Thousands of acres of agricultural land lie fallow. Fruit and nut […]
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans available to small businesses
On Jan. 15, Secretary of Agriculture declared a drought disaster for all 17 counties in Nevada. Due to the declaration and the severity of the drought, the Small Business Administration […]


