Water is in short supply these days, and Beef Magazineis reminding beef producers to do their part to conserve water. There are multiple ways for ranchers to conserve water.
First and most obvious: Stop the leaks. Turn off all hoses.
The next method is a bit more complicated. It involves recycling. The place to start is with feed yard retention ponds. Ranchers should consider developing a system that cleans the water and makes it acceptable for livestock use.
The challenge for ranchers will be holding on to their water in an increasingly urbanized society. In many states, urban water authorities are buying up ranches. They then carry the groundwater to cities via pipeline. Beef producers should make sure they have a seat at the table when it comes to battling ever-expanding urban water interests.
