We Grow California

The Governor finished signing or vetoing all the bills on his desk by the September 30th deadline. In all, he signed 1,040 bills into law and vetoed 120. This week, Darcy and Darcy start this episode off by thanking a faithful listener for writing-in with critical, but-right-on-the-money comments and then welcomed back Assembly Ag Committee Chair Esmeralda Soria to share her thoughts on how the legislative session ended. She discussed some key legislation she was able to get over the fi...

California’s two-year legislative session is over, and Senator Kelly Seyarto joins Darcy and Darcy to share his perspective on how it ended. At the time of recording, the Governor had over 700 bills on his desk, which historically he either signs or vetoes. Senator Kelly Seyarto represents the 32nd District, which includes parts of Riverside and Orange counties. The Senator shared his perspective on what went right – believe it or not - there were a few things – what went wrong, ...

California’s water challenges are getting tougher; they are not just complicated, but more complex. If your water agency is going “with the flow,” you are most likely headed for very turbulent water ahead. Even Darcy V’s small community water system is embarking on its first metered water rate study. They know they can’t continue doing business the way they always have and expect different outcomes. The reality is that today’s water challenges require innovative solutions, courage,...

Darcy and Darcy are back – finally – from their unplanned sabbatical! Darcy V has been doing what farmers do: farming and solving major problems in the field. He’s also been coaching Tee Ball and busy with life. Darcy B has been doing what she does best – influencing water policy at all levels, preaching water quality and public health—and is super excited to bring Darcy V, and you, up to speed. This episode will give you the California water updates you need including big changes...

Darcy and Darcy welcome back Westlands General Manager Allison Febbo to discuss their Valley Clean Infrastructure Plan. Joining them is Westlands' solar/energy partner, Patrick Mealoy from Golden State Clean Energy. Darcy V, a Westlands grower, shares that he is excited about this project. Darcy B. takes a little more time to warm up to what she thinks is just another mega solar install, but she quickly learns that it's not at all! And although when fully operational, it is estimated 13...