Despite recent heavy rains, California is still experiencing one of its worst droughts in history, so reminding the public and policy makers that food does not grow without water is a critical need for the state’s agricultural community. That’s why Mike Wade and Farm Credit were excited to see the new SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity open recently.

Without new technology, growers will have a difficult time addressing the many challenges they face. And that's where the Western Growers Center for Innovation & Technology comes in.