…Compost, and organic matter, in general, absorbs and holds a lot of moisture. It makes great mulch. And, that held water cuts down on our need to irrigate the garden…
Wildfire Inadvertently Provides New Research Opportunities
…water system,” Bailey noted. “There’s definitely some research projects that have been set back, where their plots have been burnt over.” Bailey expressed disappointment in the loss of ongoing projects…
Commodity Prices Have Landowners Searching for Additional Income
…of property, the company says they can increase their farm income through a managed hunting lease. The land normally needs some timber, some cropland, water sources such as a stream…
Water Works: Legislative Compromise in Works for California Water Concerns
In today’s Water Works, brought to you by AquiMax, a legislative compromise might be what is required to appease the State Water Resources Control Board in its efforts to improve…
Citrus Study Says Regulation Costs to Increase
…each basin’s groundwater sustainability plans have been finalized,” he states. “Without new surface water supplies, it seems inevitable that some farmland that currently relies on groundwater will need to be…
AFBF, Coalition Seek Reprieve from Order Reviving Flawed WOTUS Rule
…rule harms the public interest “because the 2015 WOTUS rule was promulgated in violation of [procedural requirements], is inconsistent with the text of the [Clean Water Act], and is unconstitutional—as…
Capitol Water Rally ‘Worth Your Fight’
…lifeblood that has built our communities and water rights are the foundation…everyone benefits from protecting our water,” Johansson noted. The water board will begin hearings on the plan starting on…
Agri View: Sunflowers – a Different Crop
…hybrid sunflower planting seed are produced in California. The sunflower plant does not require a lot of water. The roots grow deep. Harvest is generally before the hottest part of…
Perdue Talks Tariffs, Water in San Joaquin Valley
…in a bipartisan way to bring more water to our Valley.” Perdue seemed to be on the same page as farmers when it came to unimpaired water flows and other…
Farm Bureau: Now, More Than Ever, We Must Ditch the Rule
…completes its reconsideration of the 2015 rule and works to develop a new regulation to provide both clean water and clear rules. Today’s court ruling creates enormous regulatory uncertainty and…
Water Works: Moving Toward Better Water Stability
…of available water supplies. Conservation, efficiency, and recycling will each play a role in California’s water stability in the future. The State Water Resources Control Board reported that statewide water…
Water Storage Funding a Long Overdue Step in the Right Direction
The water storage funding that was recently approved will go a long way in addressing the future water needs of communities throughout California. Multiple years of discussion finally culminated in…
USDA Partners to Improve Rural Water and Wastewater Infrastructure in 23 States
…rural communities and water districts can apply online for funding to maintain, modernize or build water and wastewater systems. Learn more about the grants and the projects receiving funding online…
Farming Groups Call for Swift Farm Bill Passage
…soil and water conservation, trade promotion and more depend on swift passage. “America’s farmers and ranchers persevere even in the toughest times, but the farm economy has gone from bad…