Amid record low snowpack, cities impose restrictions, farmers brace for ‘disaster’
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Colorado is experiencing its lowest snowpack on record, forcing farmers to reduce plantings and brace for severe water shortages. The record low snowpack is expected to have a significant impact on the state's water resources and agricultural industry.
Colorado's snowpack is at a record low of 33% of normal statewide. This has forced local farmers to reduce their plantings and prepare for severe water shortages. Petrocco Farms, a fourth-generation family farm, is among those affected. The farm relies heavily on water to grow crops like lettuce, cabbage, and onions. Due to the lack of water, the farm is reducing its plantings and waiting for moisture. The record low snowpack is expected to have a significant impact on the state's water resources and agricultural industry.
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