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New study examines potential for recycled water to address irrigation needs

Brad Gaolach 6/3/224:08 PM

Some new research coming out of King County, WA (Seattle) around using reclaimed water for crop irrigation versus river water for peri-urban farms.

"Fresh water availability is a growing concern as snowpack storage and rainfall decrease during our dry summer months. Access to a stable water source is important for farmers who rely on river water during the summer months to irrigate their crops. Yet this use, impacts the habitat of the aquatic life that rely on the river streamflow to survive and thrive.

A possible solution is to use recycled water, also known as reclaimed water, for crop irrigation instead of river water. This alternative water source has been used by other states for years to solve their growing water needs. Using recycled water offers an opportunity to provide farmers with a sustainable and reliable water source, while keeping water in the river for salmon. "

see: https://kingcountygreen.com/20...ss-irrigation-needs/.

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