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Idaho Farmers Battle Drought Crisis | Boise News
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- Jul 22, 2026
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- 85
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Summary
Farmers in Idaho’s Treasure Valley are bracing for a brutal summer as a prolonged drought emergency slashes water allotments, forcing tough crop cuts and risking up to $100K in losses for some operations. With the Snake River plummeting to just 4-5 feet and reservoirs rationing supplies, growers like Neil Durrant at Big D Ranch are pivoting to drought-tolerant crops like wheat and dry beans while battling hardened soil and shrinking water access. Officials warn conditions may not ease until past September, threatening fall harvests and the state’s agricultural heart — all while the community shoulders the economic and emotional strain of a dry, desperate season. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d16549e9efdeafb0