New Mexico acequia advocates renew effort for disaster funding amid floods, fires and drought

Advocates for New Mexico's ancient irrigation systems, known as acequias, are stepping up their push for dedicated funding to help these vital water channels withstand the increasing frequency of wildfires, floods, and droughts. Without this independent funding, acequias face potential collapse, threatening water supplies and agricultural productivity. This renewed effort highlights the growing need for proactive measures to adapt to the state's changing climate, underscoring the importance of these irrigation systems to local communities and ecosystems.