Kings County Farm Bureau

Farm Life Podcast

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Brought to you by Kings County Farm Bureau. Hosted and produced by Executive Director Dusty Ference.

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SGMA Lawsuit Update: Reporting, Deadlines, and Where Things Stand 28.04.2026 3:15

The April court dates are behind us. This episode breaks down what actually happened, what did not happen, and what it means for growers in the Tulare Lake Subbasin right now.

SGMA Lawsuit Update: April 15 and 21 - What You Need to Know Right Now 13.04.2026 3:24

Kings County Farm Bureau has two upcoming court dates that could directly impact groundwater reporting requirements for growers in the Tulare Lake Subbasin. In this episode, we break down what is happening on April 15 and April 21, what the court is being asked to decide, and what it could mean for your operation. The April 15 appearance is procedural. We expect the court to set a firm schedule mo...

SGMA Lawsuit Update: The Case Returns to Superior Court 06.03.2026 4:00

On March 12, the Kings County Farm Bureau will return to Kings County Superior Court in its lawsuit challenging the State Water Resources Control Board’s decision to place the Tulare Lake Subbasin on probation under California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). In this episode, Executive Director Dusty Ference explains where the case currently stands, what the upcoming hearing is exp...

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 11 07.05.2025 18:59

KCFB Executive Director Dusty Ference talks with local grower David Stanfield. Kings County Water District Map https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58f51b603e00bea40e068ff8/t/681bbf422436b40bba9ad085/1746648902366/2001.07+Director+Distrist+Map.pdf

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 10 02.04.2025 30:51

KCFB's Executive Director Dusty Ference talks SGMA with the Kings and Yuba/Sutter County Farm Bureaus Presidents.

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 9 19.03.2025 40:13

KCFB's Executive Director Dusty Ference talks with Steve Jackson of Next Gen Water Consulting about the SGMA and the South Fork Kings GSA.

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 8 05.03.2025 16:59

Executive Director Dusty Ference sits down with the Kings County Ag Crimes Unit.

Farm Life Podcast Episode 07 - Garrett Glicrease 19.02.2025 38:52

Garrett is the Chair of the Mid Kings River GSA Stakeholder advisory committee and he shares his thoughts on how the committee is working to update the GSA's groundwater sustainability plan.

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 6 05.02.2025 23:17

KCFB Executive Director Dusty Ference interviews the newly elected President of the Kings County Water District Chip Mello.

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 5 16.01.2025 27:18

Executive Director Dusty Ference interviews newly elected Kings County Board of Supervisor Robert Thayer.

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 4 09.10.2024 31:05

Featuring Kings County Water District candidates Paul Gillum, District 1, and Adrew Brazil, District 5. KCFB proudly endorses these candidates.

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 3 19.09.2024 19:00

Featuring KCFB Board of Director and Kahn, Soares and Conway Partner David Kahn

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 2 04.09.2024 38:28

Featuring Southfork Kings GSA General Manager Johnny Gailey

Farm Life Podcast: Episode 1 23.08.2024 23:04

MKRGSA and KCFB vs SWRCB court update featuring KCFB Vice President Garrett Gilcrease.