Ongoing Idaho farmer water usage negotiations extend past Oct. 1 deadline with optimism for long-term agreement.

Negotiations over water usage among Idaho farmers are ongoing past the October 1 deadline set by Governor Brad Little. Both sides are optimistic about reaching a long-term agreement that balances agricultural needs, water conservation, and user certainty. While challenges remain, including disagreements on language and interpretations, a new deadline for a resolution has been discussed, possibly extending to the end of 2024.

October 11, 2024
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