An Oregon Law Lets One Wealthy Region Turn the Desert Green. When Drought Hits, Farmers Pay the Price.

A local farm family is struggling to make ends meet. They have a large amount of debt from their property and are dealing with frequent equipment breakdowns. The family's income has been impacted by water shortages, which forced them to stop farming certain crops. The father has had to take on additional work to support his family, which includes two young children. His wife also has multiple jobs. Further information about the challenges faced by this family and others in the area can be found through local news sources.