California Farm Water Coalition

In California’s southern San Joaquin Valley, the Arvin-Edison Water Storage District is helping recharge groundwater by capturing river water and letting it soak back into the aquifer. A new study shows efforts like this can reverse water declines, highlighting how smart management helps sustain farms even during drought. Read more from the article titled "As precious groundwater vanishes, a few in California find ways to bring it back" at this link! latimes.com/environment/st… #cawater #farmwater #californiaagriculture

California’s water system has been built over generations to keep farms, communities, and ecosystems thriving, but much of that infrastructure is aging and in need of repair. SB 872 is a critical step toward strengthening the State Water Project, improving Delta levees, and protecting reliable water delivery across the state. Investing in these upgrades helps safeguard farmland, jobs, and the food supply we all depend on. Learn how this effort supports a more resilient water future for California. Read more from our commentary titled "Protecting California’s water – SB 872" linked here! mavensnotebook.com/2026/03/24/com… #CAWater #FarmWater #CaliforniaAgriculture

For 20+ years, Imperial Irrigation District has led on the Colorado River, voluntarily conserving 9+ million acre-feet since 2003, more than 2× California’s annual allocation. The Imperial Valley relies entirely on the Colorado River to sustain more than 470,000+ acres of farmland, one in seven local jobs, and America’s winter vegetables. As post-2026 rules are negotiated, the federal draft study is a framework, not a decision. A Lower Basin proposal commits up to 1.5 MAF/year in conservation, including CA’s 440KAF, but only with enforceable commitments from all 7 Basin states. Durable solutions must follow the Law of the River, protect senior rights, and sustain food security. iid.com/Home/Component… @IIDatWork #ColoradoRiver #ImperialValley #WaterRights #FoodSecurity #LowerBasin

"An equitable solution is needed to satisfy all water uses throughout the Colorado River Basin. Some parties want to ignore or rewrite historic compacts, acts, and water rights laws to achieve a solution that doesn’t involve their own participation. That is no solution." Read our full commentary here: farmprogress.com/commentary/low… #CAwater #ColoradoRiver

We’re incredibly grateful to @CoBank and the California @FarmCredit organizations for their generous $100,000 contribution to @CultivateCA through the #SharingSuccess program. 💙🌱 Their support strengthens our efforts to educate Californians on the essential connection between reliable water supplies and our food system. Public education plays a critical role in the future of California agriculture, and partnerships like this make it possible. Thank you CoBank and Farm Credit! #CoBankCares #SharingSuccess #CultivateCA

Will the Bay-Delta Water Plan succeed in protecting California's Delta ecosystem while meeting #cawater needs? CFWC's latest blog dives into the Unimpaired Flow vs. Healthy Rivers & Landscapes alternatives, why HRL offers real hope for species recovery, and how to comment by Sept 10. farmwater.org/farm-water-new…

Big thanks to CA Farm Water for getting me a behind the scenes tour of Wonderful Citrus' Halos processing plant. 🍊 It was so cool to see all the amazing tech used to deliver the absolute best mandarins! #CFWCFarmTour #CAWater #FoodGrowsWhereWaterFlows @farmwater

Excited to read the State Water Board's Bay-Delta Plan update! The Healthy Rivers & Landscapes Program balances water for 80% of Californians, thriving farms, & wildlife with science-based solutions, compared to the disastrous flows-only alternative. Implementation with @WaterBlueprint recommended updates to operational rules & water supply investments will help ensure beneficial uses for all purposes. 🌊🌾🐟 #CAWater #BayDelta #VoluntaryAgreements #HRLProgram

Now streaming on PBS: The Green Desert Journey to California’s Imperial Valley, where farmers defy the desert to feed the nation. This thought-provoking film unpacks the high-stakes relationship between water, agriculture, and the future of our food supply. 🌿 Watch now on PBS! pbs.org/show/the-green… #cawater

From our recent CFWC farm tour - Check out another post on Insta from: @peachyyymaddii instagram.com/reel/DMLSGATJ5…

"The Green Desert" is now available to stream on PBS! Dive into the powerful story of California’s Imperial Valley, where farming persists in one of the driest places on Earth. This compelling documentary unpacks the critical connection between water, agriculture, and resilience—and why it matters to us all. 🎥 Start streaming on PBS— watch here! pbs.org/show/the-green…

"This month, Spreckels Sugar announced the permanent closure of the state’s last sugar beet processing facility in Brawley. A closure that will result in the loss of over 700 hundred jobs and $77 million to the local economy." Read more here: imperialvalleyweekly.com/opinion/guest-…

"California has favorable water supply conditions this year, the case for higher allocations is strong, yet systemic issues continue to hinder progress. It’s time for California and the federal government to prioritize a resilient water system for all Californians." Read more from our commentary titled, "Why is the CVP South-of Delta allocation still so low?" linked here! mavensnotebook.com/2025/05/29/ca-… #CAWater #CVP

Jason Phillips at San Joaquin Valley Water Forum: “There’s never going to be a plan that’s acceptable until there’s one that matches (water) demand with supply.” @ACWAWater @FriantWater #CAWater #ACWAConf

Over 50 people are gathered at the San Joaquin Valley Water Forum during the 2025 ACWA Spring Conference in Monterey. Steve Torigiani of Young and Wooldridge is leading a discussion with State Water Contractors' (@SWC_CAWater) GM Jennifer Pierre and Friant Water Authority's (@FriantWater) GM Jason Phillips. @ACWAWater #ACWAConf #ACWASpring25 #CAWater

The California Water Commission is deciding how to allocate over $500 million for water storage projects. The Sites Reservoir in Colusa County and the Harvest Water Project in Sacramento County are potential beneficiaries of this funding. Learn more here: abc10.com/article/news/l… #cawater

"An uncertain future makes water management all the more difficult and underscores the need for water supply infrastructure that is designed and managed to meet a variety of extreme challenges." Check out this and the rest of our latest blog post in the link below! farmwater.org/farm-water-new…

February's atmospheric rivers have significantly bolstered California's water reserves, rapidly filling major reservoirs like Shasta and Oroville. This influx is a welcome relief for the drought-prone state, enhancing water security for communities and ecosystems. However, the swift rise in water levels also underscores the need for vigilant flood management and infrastructure resilience. #cawater