RESOURCES
photo credit V. Espinoza
Sources to recent articles, research, videos, movies, podcasts, and books about agriculture in the Central Valley.
CaliWaterAg
CaliWaterAg is a channel that was developed for San Joaquin Valley growers and community members. This video series is called “San Joaquin Valley Water and Land Use Series” that includes three 10-minute videos explaining SIGMA, a developing policy to stop overuse of groundwater and address groundwater recharge that you can impact, and that WILL impact ALL those who live in the SJV
San Joaquin Valley Water and Land Use Series (English)
Serie de uso del agua y la tierra del Valle de San Joaquín
Regenerate America Initiative
Regenerate America™ is an unprecedented coalition of farmers, businesses, nonprofits, and individuals from every corner of the country and all political stripes. Together, we are elevating the voices of farmers and ranchers demanding that the 2023 Farm Bill shift resources & support towards regenerative agriculture.
Movies
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Kiss the Ground
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The Flow
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Dam Nation by Patagonia
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Water & Power: A California Heist, a National Geographic documentary
Books
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The Dreamt Land, Mark Arax
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Cadillac Dessert, Risner
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The Cattle King- Edward Treadwell
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Land Of Little Rain, Mary Austin
Audio
Look for Audio tour signs on Highway 140 between Merced and Mariposa County line. Download 20 minute audio >>
The family friendly Audio tour gives drivers information on geology, history, and local attractions. Both Hwys have signs inviting drivers to link in.