Central Valley water supply increases, but farmers say it’s still not enough
Valley farmers will see a 5% increase in the region’s water supply following Tuesday’s announcement from the Bureau of Reclamation. After rainstorms in late February, this increase boosts the Central Valley Project water supply from 15% to 20%. “20% is significantly under what we need to grow most of those crops,” said Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobsen. While growers and water experts say every drop of water counts, it’s simply not enough. Jacobsen says this drought could be a hit to our economy, food production, and jobs. … In a statement, the Bureau of Reclamation says it is being cautious to protect long-term sustainability.
