2024-2025 Water Contract Year Crop Data Collection – Due September 16, 2024
Crop data collection is required by the District’s water repayment contract with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation). Accurate and timely crop information is needed to document the District’s water need, its efficient use, and the impacts of water shortages due to hydrologic and regulatory restrictions.
The Crop Report may conveniently be completed online using your customer web account and the web page labeled Crop Report on the selection menu. Filing your crop data online will provide more accurate data and efficient summarization for submission to Reclamation. A page of help notes is attached to this notice to assist you with using the online crop report form.
Please account for all Farm Service Agency (CFSA) acres by indicating the appropriate crop (or fallow if applicable) for each field in your account. Indicate any fields that are double cropped and the type of crops. For each crop listed, indicate the irrigation type(s) used, and any other conditions that may apply to that field.
For permanent crops that are nonbearing, indicate the type of tree crop or vine crop. Also indicate any crops that are not harvested, and the type of crop not harvested. Be as specific as possible regarding crop varieties or market. For example:
- Cotton: Pima or acala
- Tomatoes: Processing or fresh market
- Onions: Processing or fresh market
- Melons: Cantaloupe, honeydew, or watermelon
- Grapes: Wine, table, or raisin
- Lettuce: Spring or Fall
The District’s Terms and Conditions for Agricultural Water Service state that water service shall not be provided to any water user who fails to submit crop information by the deadline. Your accurate and prompt compliance is appreciated and will ensure continued water deliveries.