Shrinking Colorado River threatens U.S. food supply, especially winter produce, as 2026 water pact looms.

The shrinking Colorado River, crucial for 15% of US agriculture, threatens the nation's food supply, especially winter produce from the Imperial Valley in Southern California, which relies entirely on the river. With water levels decreasing, farmers are facing tough decisions and financial burdens. The current water usage agreement ends in 2026, and a new deal must be reached among the seven states and Mexico, or the Bureau of Reclamation will intervene.

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