Farmers climb the Hill: A look at advocating for western Agriculture and water
In a Sun View commentary, farmer William Bourdeau lays out the top five priorities confronting Washington to help West Coast farmers thrive.
Feds restricting water supplies delivered ripple effect on Valley’s farms
In testimony to the House Natural Resources, farmer William Bourdeau took the Bureau of Reclamation to task for tight controls on water supplies during an otherwise wet water year.
Calif. is locked out of plentiful water supplies. Why? Mismanagement.
An ultra-conservative approach to allocating water is painting a deceptive picture of the reality of California's water availability and undermines ag productivity.
Duarte’s local focus, pragmatism has made his case for a second term
From water issues to delivering resources to the oft-forgotten westside of the San Joaquin Valley, Rep. John Duarte (R–Modesto) has earned his stripes and a second term, writes William Bourdeau.
It’s time to rethink Calif.’s poor water supplies
California needs to embrace innovation, starting with adaptive and real-time management of its most precious natural resource.
Go Nuts for health: the impressive benefits of pistachios
Amid the abundance of superfoods gracing our tables and pantries, pistachios stand out—not merely as a delicious snack,…
Stark Reality: Unpacking the 35% water allocation’s impact on Calif. Agriculture
Despite the bump in water supplies, California farmers still face big hurdles, writes William Bourdeau for Sun View.
It’s time for equilibrium in Calif.’s water policies
An upcoming push by Federal water managers to choke off water to the Valley has a myriad of negative consequences, writes William Bourdeau for Sun View.
The Case for John Duarte in Calif.’s 13th District
The Modesto Republican's ability to hit the ground running in Congress, bringing informed, pragmatic solutions to the table, has been invaluable to the Valley, writes William Bourdeau.
A Glimpse of the Future of Farming in the Tech-Driven Era
AgTech advancements represent a paradigm shift in agricultural practices, enhancing our ability to monitor crop health, optimize resource use, and make informed decisions.
