Drought, perception among issues stressing Utah farmers
7/21/2021 6:22:42 PM
CATEGORIES:
Agriculture
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Society & Public Health
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Utah
Sanpete County, UT
Start Date: 7/8/2021
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Utah farmers were under stress as water supplies were too short to offer much for irrigation. On top of that, many farmers have also seen social media and message board content critical of farmers for the amount of water used during the drought, making them feel guilty for the water use and fearing that they will lose friends over their occupation. The Utah Farm Bureau organized mental health professionals to speak to the farmers and help them cope with the challenges they are facing.
KSL-TV NBC 5 (Salt Lake City, Utah), July 8, 2021
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