"Farmers in Zacatecas on Thursday called on the Mexican federal government and the Chamber of Deputies to audit transnational mining, soft drink, and brewing companies for their alleged excessive use of the country's aquifers, before approving reforms to the General National Water Law. Footage shows farmers driving their tractors in protest outside Grupo Modelo’s brewery in Calera, Zacatecas - the world's largest - against the proposed law. If passed, farmers fear the reform could devalue their land by preventing them from inheriting or selling water rights, while giving the government full control over water resources. They also warn that reviewing concession titles could affect existing permits. Alberto Santiago Murillo, president of Zacatecas' agricultural and livestock associations, said the reform criminalises farmers.  "We feel attacked… economically penalised and criminalised," he said. "The law should punish polluters and support those of us producing food and strengthening the national food security plan.” Morena, the ruling party promoting the law in the Chamber of Deputies, said the bill will be amended following farmers’ protests and technical observations. Morena coordinator Ricardo Monreal said changes will specifically address the ban on transferring water rights between private parties, a key concern for the agricultural sector."