Posts by Eian spriggs
Water Security Is Public Security
FRESNO, Calif. — Recent reports of cyber threats targeting California water systems highlight the growing importance of protecting the infrastructure that delivers water to millions of Californians. Water reliability is not solely dependent on rainfall or storage levels. It also requires resilient infrastructure, strong cybersecurity measures, emergency preparedness, and continued investment in the systems that…
Read MoreECONOMIC ISSUES PLAGUING FARMERS HOMEGROWN, NOT IMPORTED PER FARMERS, RANCHERS
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Read MoreCalifornia Water Alliance Announces New Board Members
FRESNO, Calif. — The California Water Alliance (CalWA) announced today the appointment of Arshdeep Singh and John Duarte to its Board of Directors, further strengthening the organization’s leadership as it advances policies that support reliable and sustainable water supplies for California. Both new board members bring valuable experience and perspective to CalWA’s mission of promoting…
Read MoreFarm Operations and Industry Challenges – November 2025 Guest Blog Post
Farm Activities and Preparation As we prepare for another growing season, our farm is actively engaged in tilling the land for planting wheat silage. We are also preparing other ranches for new projects aimed at improving irrigation efficiency. We continually strive to optimize our water usage, recognizing its importance in both our daily operations and…
Read MoreTime to Deliver: CalWA Pushes for Urgent Federal Action on California Water Reliability
Media inquiries: William Bourdeau (559) 210-1471 Talking points #5 Earlier this week, the San Joaquin Valley blueprint took action to state the obvious. And, it’s embarrassing to say, stating the obvious was absolutely necessary. The California Water Alliance still believes that the commentary and statements uttered by the federal and state administrations in recent months…
Read MoreTalking Points Memo #2 The Longfin Smelt: Another Fish, Another Water Grab
Introducing The Longfin Smelt! Delta Smelt Longfin Smelt Dear concerned citizens of California in desperate need of water: I’m the Longfin Smelt. I’m different…
Read MoreTalking Points Memo from the California Water Alliance on Recent Claims About California Water Operations
The loss of life and property suffered by the residents of southern California because of thewildfires is tragic. CalWA is hopeful that the state will recover and rebuild stronger than ever before. We’re pleased to learn that President Trump will be visiting California today to address the residents of southern California and to offer assistance.…
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