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What Does it Mean to Californians When Farmland is Fallowed?

What Does it Mean to Californians When Farmland is Fallowed?

Summer Campaign Takes the Water Shortage and Food Security Message to the Public

Summer Campaign Takes the Water Shortage and Food Security Message to the Public

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When Sites Reservoir is built, the off-stream wate When Sites Reservoir is built, the off-stream water project is envisioned to store up to 1.5 million acre-feet of water. This project would significantly enhance California's water storage capacity, particularly benefiting the state by capturing water during wet years to save and use during periods of drought. #BuildSitesNow #CAWater @sitesproject
California dairy farmers are water efficient! By c California dairy farmers are water efficient! By conserving their resources, they are able to deliver their delicious dairy products nationwide and remain the #1 dairy state in the United States!🐄🚜💧 #cawater #foodgrowswherewaterflows #californiaag #californiafarmsandranches #dairy #californiadairy
Established in 2019, the Tule Basin Land & Water C Established in 2019, the Tule Basin Land & Water Conservation Trust was created by local landowners, farmers, and conservationists dedicated to sustainable land and water management. The Trust collaborates with irrigation districts, groundwater agencies, and wildlife organizations to support local groundwater sustainability. #CAWater Learn more about the Tule Basin Land & Water Conservation Trust here: https://www.facebook.com/TuleTrust
Meet Bill Diedrich, the Past President of the CFWC Meet Bill Diedrich, the Past President of the CFWC Board of Directors! 🌱 Bill started with a degree in Crop Science from Cal Poly, SLO, and turned a passion for plant protection into a thriving pesticide application business. After 36 successful years, he sold it to Helena Chemical Company and continued farming, a venture that began in 1989. Now, Bill's two sons manage the farm, and he cherishes time with his wife Karen, their 3 boys, and 11 amazing grandchildren. Whether flying, fishing, cycling, or engaging in water supply activities, life is full of adventure and family for Bill! 🚜✈️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #CFWC #CaliforniaAgriculture #InSeason #CAwater #Farming #foodgrowswherewaterflows #whatsfordinner #eatcalifornia #californiafarmsandranches
California’s water experts are preparing now for California’s water experts are preparing now for a changing future. Experts in water agencies across the state are working to get government approval to build the systems needed to face climate change. Specific projects like building Sites Reservoir and raising the height of Sisk Dam, paired with systemic groundwater recharge and science-based diversion strategies will help sustain California and the nation for decades to come. #CFWC #CaliforniaAgriculture #InSeason #CAwater #Farming #foodgrowswherewaterflows #whatsfordinner #eatcalifornia #californiafarmsandranches
Support local farmers & the environment by choosin Support local farmers & the environment by choosing California-grown! 🌱 Farmers in the Sacramento Valley protect salmon with fish screens while they irrigate their crops. 🐟🌾 Food Grows Where Water Flows! #CAWater #californiaag #sacramentovalley #californiafarmsandranches #agriculture
We like to have fun here at CFWC! 😉 Here’s a We like to have fun here at CFWC! 😉 Here’s a friendly reminder to shop California grown food products in the grocery store and support the farmers and rancher statewide who are committed to water sustainability! 🚜💧🌱 #cawater #californiafarmsandranches #foodgrowswherewaterflows #myjobdependsonag #agriculture #california
Golden peaches in the Golden State! ✨🍑 Did yo Golden peaches in the Golden State! ✨🍑 Did you know California is the top-growing peach state in the nation? Food Grows Where Water Flows! #california #californiafarms #myjobdependsonag #peach #californiafarmsandranches
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California dairy farmers are water efficient! By conserving their resources, they are able to deliver their delicious dairy products nationwide and remain the #1 dairy state in the United States!🐄🚜💧 #cawater #foodgrowswherewaterflows #californiaag #CaliforniaFarmsAndRanches #dairy #californiadairy ... See MoreSee Less

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Renewed emphasis on holistic management recognizes the interconnectedness of California rivers and their associated ecosystems. This strategy focuses on balancing environmental, agricultural, and urban water needs by considering the entire watershed and promoting sustainable practices. Read more here: ... See MoreSee Less

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The Westlands Water District in Fresno County finalized the first phase of a new groundwater storage system, the Pasajero Project aiming to replenish groundwater basins in the nation’s largest irrigation district at 614,000 acres. #CAWater Learn more here: ow.ly/Qrnt50T8W9h ... See MoreSee Less

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