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Season 2 Episodes

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Segment 1: Drought in Utah County, S2 EP36 part 1

Drought in Utah isn't a new challenge to farmers in Utah. Many of us on the Wasatch Front are insulated from the effects of drought because of the reservoirs and irrigation systems that we have but off the Wasatch Front the story is different for Utah's Ranchers. The drought this year has meant that ranchers have had to bring their cattle off public lands to the ranch and feed them with hay and alfalfa, making it more expensive for ranch families and has led to some tough decisions.

 

Segment 2: Drought in Utah County, S2 EP36 part 2

Today's panel discussion revolves around the efficiencies that have led to the agriculture industry doing more with less. How has planning prepared Utah's farmers and ranchers for times of drought?

Segment 3: Drought in Utah County, S2 EP36 part 3

What is available to help farmers and ranchers in times of drought? The US department of Agriculture has low interest loan programs available to help pay for feed and water in areas that are suffering drought.

Segment 4: Drought in Utah County, S2 EP36 part 4

Conservation is the key to keeping the abundance we enjoy. The U.S. hasn't known food shortages since the Great Depression.

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