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The average American household is spending $3,820 less for food each year in comparison to their counterparts around the world. Learn more about the benefits of farm water and irrigation for your family.

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From 2003 through 2010 San Joaquin Valley farmers invested almost $2.2 billion installing upgraded irrigation systems on more than 1.8 million acres.

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Agricultural plays a vital role in California communities. Supply cutbacks, lost jobs, groundwater extractions, and diminished ag production hurt more than just farmers and the state’s economy.

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California farms provide important environmental benefits, such as habitat for wildlife and migratory waterfow, as well as, an important food source for many species as harvesting typically leaves some product behind in the field.

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Learn more about the 2014 California Drought and view our timeline of Fact Sheets and information.

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Learn more about Prop 1. See Regional Maps of Areas effected and see proposed water project examples.

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See highlighted articles from various news sources regarding the 2014 California Drought

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California is the 4th largest supplier of food to the world. Learn more about products grown primarily in CA

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There are many agricultural events celebrating our favorite California Grown Foods

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You hear a lot about “Corporate Agriculture” but California farms aren’t corporate at all and are run by families.

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