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NASA Studies Drought Stress in Texas Cotton Country
Original: Fighting Drought in Texas Cotton Country
NASA is highlighting research into persistent drought across the Texas cotton belt, where farmers face shrinking yields and depleted soil moisture. The agency's earth science work uses satellite data to track drought conditions and water use in one of the world's most important cotton-growing regions. The reporting comes as prolonged dry conditions continue to strain agriculture across the southern Plains, drawing attention to how growers and scientists are responding.
Why now: Ongoing drought is damaging Texas cotton crops, making satellite drought monitoring newly relevant to farmers and the public.
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- Fighting Drought in Texas Cotton Country · NASA Science (.gov)
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