…of $678,000. Since 1982, California almond farmers have committed $8.1 million dollars to 221 different water research projects spanning irrigation efficiency, groundwater recharge and water quality. Together this investment has…
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Technology and Food Safety, Part 1
…importance of new innovations that simplify groundwater and surface water management, which she will dive deeper into during the next episode of Voices of the Valley. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
USDA Announces Awards to Put Conservation Innovation to Work on U.S. Farms
…The field trials intend to demonstrate that the system can enhance water use efficiency and farm profits while reducing energy use and nutrient leaching into groundwater. For a full list…
Improving Nutrient Management in California
…idea of nutrient management has been become even more important with increasing regulations related to nitrate levels in groundwater. Cooperation between water agencies and CDFA has helped to provide better…
Another Increase in Irrigated Lands Regulatory Fees
…is to address nitrate contamination in groundwater. “They recently passed an 11.7 percent increase on your irrigated lands regulatory fees that you pay through your water quality districts and water…
Realizing the Conservation Benefits of Precision Agriculture
…groundwater recharge, installation of pressurized irrigation systems, installation of solar generation systems, and irrigation technologies for energy efficiency,” said Cameron. “Our diversified farming practices encourage our biological systems to be…
Hope Remains for SB 559 Despite Failing to Pass in Legislature
…to lead a partnership for repairing a facility that benefits all of California and to achieve key policy goals related to achieving sustainable groundwater management and clean drinking water,” the…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-13-19
…SGMA and why infrastructure is needed for more groundwater recharge. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour…
SGMA Rollout Coming Along Smoothly
The implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) has presented some challenges, however it appears the overall process is progressing smoothly overall. Supervising Engineering Geologist with the Department of…
Infrastructure Needed for Groundwater Recharge
Infrastructure and volunteers are needed to make groundwater recharge successful in California. Many in the agriculture community were disappointed that not all of the surface water storage projects were fully…
Bill to Fix Friant-Kern Canal Continues Forward Progress
…irrigation and municipal supplies but also water for groundwater recharge,” said Alexandra Biering, Government Affairs and Communications Manager for Friant Water Authority. “In most years more than half the water…
Input Sought for Development of Climate-Resilient Water System
…address aging infrastructure. Agency officials are considering several questions relating to water issues facing the state, including the economic impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, how to implement…
Farm Bureau Endorses Senate Water Legislation
…surface or groundwater facilities,” he said. “Federal forestland must be actively managed for public safety, the environment and water supply.” Source: California Farm Bureau Federation Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 05-28-19
…sales hit an all-time high, and input is sought for groundwater treatment program grants. All that and much more in today’s Farm City Newsday. About the Author Taylor Hillman Sponsored…