The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has chosen nine Block Grant Pilot Program (BGP) projects aimed at improving on-farm water efficiency. The BGP provides financial support to California growers through regional Block Grant Recipients (BGR), offering incentive grants and tailored technical assistance to address regional needs.

This program is part of the CDFA’s State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP), which incentivizes sustainable practices during droughts. SWEEP-funded projects prioritize reducing water use and greenhouse gases through technologies like sensors, micro-irrigation and renewable energy systems.

Most of these Block Grant Recipients are now allocating SWEEP funds for project implementation. CDFA plans to visit project sites soon to assess their impact.

For more details about the SWEEP Block Grant Recipients, click here.