How do dairy farmers reuse water responsibly? Dairy farmers don't take an ounce of it for granted. “Water is absolutely essential for dairy farmers, just like it is for any of us,” Captain said. You’ll see dairy farmers take the next step.”Reducing dairy water use in dry regionsOne such step is building the community partnerships that can make the dairy sector part of the solution for water conservation. Dairy farmers want to do their best and maximize the beneficial use of their water, especially in areas where it’s scarce.”Kimball Holt, a dairy farmer in Utah, plants crops with water conservation in mind.