…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
…that delayed implementation of the flawed 2015 Waters of the U.S. rule. Without a stay, the court order has the effect of immediately reviving and implementing the controversial WOTUS rule…
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
…Waters of the United States Rule is now the law of the land in twenty-six states. Duvall “To avoid widespread uncertainty and potential enforcement against ordinary farming activities in these…
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…
Weekly Drought Monitor Update
…Meanwhile, across Texas, mandatory water use restrictions have been imposed by 665 public water supply authorities, according to the Texas Drought Preparedness Council, with a few mandating moderate to severe…
Water Works: Deficit Irrigation in Processing Tomatoes
…least amount of water content as possible. Finding the appropriate balance in an irrigation strategy to produce fruit with a low amount of water content, but still a healthy and…
New State Authority Over Local Waters a Boon to Farmers and Ranchers
…that sometimes channels water. “The Clean Water Act was supposed to give states a real say in how water was regulated,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said. “Regular…
Deadline Approaches for Continuous Conservation Reserve Program Enrollment
…removes from production marginal, erodible land and, in doing so, improves water quality, increases wildlife habitat and provides more opportunities for recreational activities, including fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing.” For…