California agriculture

Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture

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…Reality Water continues to dominate the conversation. While critics argue California has underbuilt infrastructure, Ross pointed to major regional investments in conservation, groundwater cleanup, and storage. Still, large-scale projects remain…

California Ag Secretary

California Ag Secretary Karen Ross Discusses Future of Farming, Water, and Regulation Challenges

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…storage, groundwater cleanup, and large-scale projects like Sites Reservoir. However, she acknowledged that funding and permitting remain significant hurdles. Beyond water, the conversation turned to regulation and the burden it…

aqua4d

Smart Water, Stronger Farms: Aqua4D’s Impact on Agriculture

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How Innovative Water Technology Is Helping Farmers Fight Salinity, Save Water, and Boost Yields Jeff Nunes Water is the foundation of agriculture—and when it’s compromised, everything else follows. In a…

California Agriculture

California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Ryan Jacobsen at Fresno State

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…initially felt optimistic entering 2026. However, by April, growing uncertainties—particularly around water—have tempered that outlook. Water: A Persistent and Evolving Crisis Water remains one of California agriculture’s most pressing and…

Steve Hilton

Steve Hilton Calls for “Abundance and Growth” in California Agriculture

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…agricultural sector has been “starved of water,” burdened with high energy costs, and constrained by excessive labor and regulatory pressures. These challenges, he said, have made it increasingly difficult for…