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Federal regulators order Arrowhead to cease SoCal water collection
The company has responded with a lawsuit against the federal government, saying it is a decision that ultimately lies with California authorities.
August 8, 2024
Sun-Maid names Steve Loftus as new CEO
Loftus replaces the outgoing Harry Overly, who is leaving to head-up a snack company in Minnesota.
August 7, 2024
Calif. Water Alliance summit finds Valley ag at crossroads moment: frustrations mount, opportunities arise
Rep. John Duarte, Asm. Esmeralda Soria, and water officials representing some of the largest water providers in the region shared pathways for improved conditions for farmers.
August 7, 2024
Researchers discover method to measure groundwater based on traffic noise
The traditional method of measuring soil moisture has relied on satellite imaging, which is unable to penetrate below the surface and only provides low-resolution averages.
August 5, 2024
Water agency urges feds to revamp strategy after longfin smelt ruling
A new ruling from the federal government will enhance protections for the longfin smelt in the Delta, furthering concerns from Central Valley farmers about their water supply.
July 31, 2024
Judge halts unionization effort at Wonderful Nurseries
Efforts by United Farm Workers to unionize Wonderful Nurseries were put to a halt by a Kern County judge.
July 19, 2024
The future of Central Valley farming depends on more reliable water supplies
The Central Valley Project's water supply allocations have come up short and are decided too late for farmers to adequately plan to grow the food that feeds the nation, writes farmer Rebecca Kaser.
July 18, 2024
Judge sides with Kings County farmers, issues temporary restraining order against state
Farmers throughout Kings County will not be on probation for at least the next month.
July 16, 2024
North Fork Kings GSA green lights $1mil for cutting edge domestic well mitigation plan
A seven-figure investment to save domestic wells in the South Valley is a groundbreaking move, and the largest investment of its kind in the region.
June 27, 2024
When it comes to Calif.’s water, the numbers do lie
By tweaking key data, water managers in the Golden State have created crises over our water where none truly exist, writes farmer Bill Hammonds.
June 26, 2024