Tag: drought

New Mexico Reopens Fight Over Toxic Oil and Gas Wastewater — Environmentalists Call It a Political Gamble

New Mexico regulators voted to revive a contentious rulemaking process that could expand the use of treated oil and gas wastewater beyond drilling sites, reigniting a fierce clash between industry advocates and environmental groups over public health, water scarcity and political influence.

Gas, Drought, and Survival: Albuquerque Farmers Brace for a Tough Season at the Rail Yards Market

As Albuquerque’s Rail Yards Market opens for the season, local farmers say soaring fuel costs and worsening drought conditions are threatening their livelihoods. Some growers are raising prices to survive, while others absorb losses to keep produce affordable. Community-supported programs at the market are helping small farms weather mounting economic and climate pressures.

10 Years in the Making, ‘Land with No Rider’ Gives Voice to the Fading Stories of the American West

“Land with No Rider” listens to aging ranchers in New Mexico's southwest, whose voices echo a fading way of life shaped by land, loss, and quiet resilience.

Water Supply Running Tight, MRGCD Tells Farmers: Think Twice Before Planting

Water levels along the Middle Rio Grande are already shrinking early in the irrigation season, prompting officials to warn farmers to plan carefully amid uncertain supply.

Historic Heat Wave Exposes New Mexico’s Climate Vulnerabilities

New Mexico is experiencing a historic March heat wave, with temperatures soaring into the 90s while snowpack levels plunge to record lows. Experts warn this convergence threatens water supplies, agriculture, and ecosystems across the Southwest, underscoring the urgent need for climate adaptation.