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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SGMA’s New Subsidence Guidance: A Higher Bar, Real-World Impacts Stricter triggers and heavier monitoring expectations may speed up local decisions. For farms, canals, and rural
CFWC Releases 2025 Impact Report: A Year of Advocacy, Outreach, and Partnership The California Farm Water Coalition has released its 2025 Impact Report, offering a
The California Farm Water Coalition (CFWC) is honored to announce that longtime Executive Director Mike Wade has received the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his decades of dedicated leadership and his lasting impact on California agriculture and water stewardship.