Farmers were promised millions in relief. A year later, the USDA has gone silent and the money is missing.

In Eloy, AZ, farmers haven't seen Colorado River water in years. They are cutting acres just to survive.

Leaking canal gates waste precious water. Farmers need grants to replace 35-year-old deteriorating equipment.

By late 2024, agreements were signed and vetted. 18 districts were ready for $15 million each.

Last January, the Trump administration froze federal monies. The drought aid fell into a black hole.

The Farm Service Agency lost 24% of its workforce. There may be no one left to send the checks.

In the Rio Grande Valley, water shortages forced a massive reduction in irrigated land. Every drop counts.

Farmers can't get answers. Former staffers say they were told to use 'administrative review' as an excuse.

Alfalfa used 2.15 trillion gallons in 2024. Most of it fed cattle, driving massive water consumption.

Erratic rainfall creates cycles of drought and flood, costing the industry billions annually.

The money hasn't been 'swept,' but it remains locked. Farmers are left waiting in the heat.