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> For example, using 70+% of Arizona's water for agriculture is terrible. We don't live in a society where the govt allocates the best land for farming as farm
by Supermancho 3y ago
> For example, using 70+% of Arizona's water for agriculture is terrible.
We don't live in a society where the govt allocates the best land for farming as farmland (yet). Normally, I am a proponent for agriculture...as long as it serves as supply for the US.
What's worrying, is how much of the agriculture is foreign owned, then shipped overseas.
https://www.azfamily.com/2022/12/28/wells-are-running-dry-drought-weary-arizona-foreign-owned-farms-guzzle-water-feed-cattle-overseas/ https://www.azfamily.com/2022/12/28/wells-are-running-dry-dr...
- voakbasda 3y agoThat’s not entirely true. Zoning laws designate parcels intended for agricultural use. My farm land has zoning restrictions that prevent pretty much any kind of business activity other than farming. For example, I can’t host events like weddings more than four times a year. However, your point about exports is accurate. I can’t find affordable alfalfa for my animals, because it’s all being shipped overseas where it fetches a higher price.