Research the amount of water used to grow different crops or raise animals. Then share your results with us.
US Geological Survey: How Much Water Does it take to grow…
Global Harvest Initiative – Water and Ag Infographics

Rain can provide water for crops but sometimes more is needed. What other sources are used?
Types of Agricultural Water Use
EPA – Irrigation
Ag Water Conservation Resources and Websites
Irrigation Water Use

What are the benefits and disadvantages of the various methods of irrigation. Share what you've learned.

Learn more about center pivot irrigation here.

Take a trip out to a field and learn about how the crops are watered then share your photos and what you learned from the trip.

Learn more about this method of farming that does not use irrigation.
Dryland Farmers Work Wonders without Water in US West
FAQs – Dryland Cropping Systems
Droughts and Downpours: Harvesting Rain on a Dryland Farm

Follow these instructions and watch this video on how to construct a model pivot.

Create a model of any one of the many methods of irrigation. Share your blue prints and photos.

Check out these images of center pivots from around the world.

Investigate the water in your community and learn more about your local water utility.
US Geological Survey – Water- Quality Information Pages
Environmental Protection Agency – Local Drinking Water Information
My WATERS Mapper

Take the runoff vs. recharge activity to the next level. Review the activity and then follow the instructions from your patch booklet.

What are some potential groundwater and surface water contamination risks? Use this activity to help answer the question.

What are some of the programs that promote land and water conservation and protection in agriculture?
US Department of Agriculture – Economic Research Service – Irrigation and Water Use
US Department of Agriculture – Economic Research Service – Conservation Programs
Natural Resource Conservation Service – Conservation Programs

Test water samples from local private wells and educate community members about water contamination risks.