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Sustainability: Water - Farmers in Kansas and other states that sit atop the Ogallala aquifer – the largest freshwater aquifer in North America – are pumping out water for crop irrigation far faster than natural seepage of rainwater can replenish it. Scientist David Hyndman from Michigan State University is helping develop a plan to better manage this vital resource for sustainable farming. Provided by the National Science Foundation & NBC Learn.
Pump Water Crop Irrigation Water Shortage Sustainable Farming Conservation Aquifer
