LandFlex program to help farmers transition away from groundwater
The new LandFlex program from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) seeks to reduce groundwater demand through incentives. Administered in partnership with local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs), the program is being supported by $25 million from DWR. Chief Executive Officer of Western United Dairies, Anja Raudabaugh said there are three main components of the program. … Transition payments can range from $250 to $2,800 per acre depending on current land uses. Farmers can receive $450 per acre-foot of water saved by fallowing land for one year to provide immediate drought relief.
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