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Mexico Delivers Water to Texas Farmers Amid Drought

4/12/2025

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In a significant move, Mexico will provide water to Texas farmers, fulfilling commitments under the 1944 water treaty, as announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum. This decision comes after former President Trump's threats of tariffs over Mexico's shortfall, which has seen less than 30% of the needed 1.75 million acre-feet delivered, intensifying the drought's toll on Texas agriculture.

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In a significant move, Mexico will provide water to Texas farmers, fulfilling commitments under the 1944 water treaty, as announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum. This decision comes after former President Trump's threats of tariffs over Mexico's shortfall, which has seen less than 30% of the needed 1.75 million acre-feet delivered, intensifying the drought's toll on Texas agriculture.