Governor Gavin Newsom made some significant moves this year when it comes to water. Multiple administrative adjustments were made in response to the influx of storm systems that came through …
Wet Weather in 2023: ‘What it Screams for is More Storage’
The cyclical nature of California’s weather patterns emphasizes the need for water infrastructure improvements. Most of the state’s water storage reservoirs are already well above average, with some nearing or …
Land Fallowing Could Reach More Than 690,000 Acres Due to Drought
The lack of available water supplies could increase the amount of agricultural land fallowing than previously estimated. Mike Wade, Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, said that more …
‘Terrific’ Start to Water Year, More Needed to Offset Water Storage Deficit
Storm systems that came through California over the past few weeks will need to continue in order to offset the state’s water storage deficit. Figures from the California Department of …
California Farm Water Coalition Details How Water Cuts Are Affecting Ag
The California Farm Water Coalition (CFWC) has detailed how limited water supplies are affecting agricultural production. Dry conditions in California have resulted in a decline in acreage of several crops …