Impacts of Irrigation on Citrus in the Lower Rio Grande Valley

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August 31, 2021
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Citrus is an important crop in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, but reduced water supplies in the area mean irrigation must be used.

Citrus farmers can use different irrigation methods and practices to get the most from the available water supply.

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