An extensive network of canals and waterways sustain production of food and fiber in California. This vital infrastructure has helped to make California the nation’s leading producer of healthy food and sustainable fibers.
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California’s reservoirs and lakes store water for future use, help protect against flooding, and ensure sustainable food and fiber production. These resources provide the flexibility California needs to ensure our future successes.
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California’s groundwater aquifers play an important role in providing water for homes, businesses, and farms across the state. Local groundwater management agencies are working to help California meet our water needs for years to come.
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Michelle Paul Selected as New CFWC Executive Director The California Farm Water Coalition is pleased to announce the selection of Michelle Paul as its next
On July 24, 2025, the State Water Resources Control Board released an updated Bay-Delta Water Plan, a critical framework designed to protect the ecological health of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta while addressing California’s diverse water demands.
The golden mussel, an invasive species from East and Southeast Asia, is spreading rapidly in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta since its discovery in October 2024. This tiny invader threatens California’s $50 billion agricultural industry by clogging irrigation systems, which could disrupt water deliveries, reduce farm production, and raise food prices. Efforts are underway to monitor and control its spread to protect our food supply.