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One reason it is important is that the Rio Grande Valley (the area close by the river and the river itself) is an important agricultural region. The river forms the southern boarder with Mexico.

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Rio grande is important because it is beautiful

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It is important in the southwest states as a trade route, shipping, and connections among the southwest states.

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What country owns the Rio grande?

The Rio Grande is shared by the United States and Mexico.


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