USDA Opens New Research Facility to Strengthen Water Efficiency and Productivity in the Southwest
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) today [October 27, 2026] announced the opening of the Southwest Watershed Research Center (SWRC) in Tucson, Arizona. This state-of-the-art facility will provide innovative solutions for water, plants, and soil agricultural challenges in the American Southwest.
“America’s farmers and ranchers need practical solutions that help them produce more and make the most of every drop of water,” said Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins. “This new facility gives USDA scientists the tools to tackle the challenges facing producers across the Southwest and turn research into results on...
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