Voters will decide if thirsty state will spend $7.5 billion, including $2.7 billion for storage.

Farm Bill Tree Assistance Program covers drought-damaged orchards.

Drip irrigation has typically been used in high-value fruit, nut, and vegetable crops. Recently, it has become popular in field crop applications.

A two-way check valve prevents backflow of water into injection valves.

An ongoing multistate project involving New Mexico State University and several other universities conducts experiments to improve and increase adoption of microirrigation systems.

No matter how much water you have available, have a plan, even with different scenarios of water availability.

Biodegradable pellet absorbs more than 250 times its weight in water, possibly a solution for drought-stricken areas.

Valley Irrigation adds three new options to VFlex Corner to assist growers in irrigating additional acres.

Tool utilizes 134 years of weather data to make predictions.

New AquaFlow 4.0 includes more functionality and is easier to use.

Agricultural operators are encouraged to apply for funding of projects involving improved water savings and energy reductions in irrigation systems.

There may be reduced yield this year, but the future is more ominous.

The new sprinkler application is available for growers who rotate crops of varying heights, offering a convenient way for them to change drop hose length.

From sprinklers to wireless management systems and soil tension meters, new equipment helps provide highly efficient — and effective — irrigation strategies.

From plenty in the East to next to none in the West, water will be the defining issue of 2014.

Three-year drought retains grip as summer approaches.

Governor Brown moves to cut red tape to more easily direct water where it is needed.

The interactive site helps growers who work with pressure chambers — tools for measuring plant water stress.

Announcement represents the first wave of drought-related food assistance which will be delivered to communities throughout California this year.