An area of Mexico recently underwent a change in agricultural practices that has had an impact on the region so great that it can be seen from space.

The images taken by the Landsat satellite  show how increased use of water from a major reservoir has affected the state of Chihuahua, and has also affected native vegetation in the area and reduced the amount of water flowing into the Rio Grande River.

Click here to read more and see  satellite images at Wiredscience.com

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