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More speakers to be announced soon!
Thank you to our presenting sponsors; Salt River Project and the University of Arizona College of Agriculture Life & Environmental Sciences


By the early 1920s many farmers had purchased land west of the Agua Fria River. The promised supply of water that they had counted on was not going to be delivered. These landowners organized their own irrigation district. In March 1923 the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors tentatively approved creation of the Roosevelt Irrigation Di
By the early 1920s many farmers had purchased land west of the Agua Fria River. The promised supply of water that they had counted on was not going to be delivered. These landowners organized their own irrigation district. In March 1923 the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors tentatively approved creation of the Roosevelt Irrigation District No. 1, named for the former president, Theodore Roosevelt, who had been the biggest supporter of national reclamation and dam building.

The Buckeye Canal, predating Arizona statehood and established in 1885, has a rich history of providing irrigation to the Buckeye Valley. M.M. Jackson, one of the founders, named the canal after his home state of Ohio. The canal brought settlers to the Buckeye Valley and is the namesake for the Valley and the Town of Buckeye.

Although a user of Colorado River water, the District is actually located within the valley of the Gila River, a now-normally dry tributary of the Colorado. The Wellton-Mohawk Valley begins eight miles east of the confluence of the two rivers, less than ten miles upstream of the northerly international boundary between the United States and Mexico.

The Yuma County Water Users' Association provides water to the Yuma Valley, South of the Colorado River to the Mexican Border, and West of the City of Yuma. This water district serves an area of approximately 53,000 irrigable acres.

For over six decades, Yuma Fresh Vegetable Association has believed in the importance of providing an opportunity for discussion and strategic action regarding any problems facing the industry. By coming together and solving problems in a cooperative atmosphere, ideas and discussion are turned into an action plan that has real, positive benefits for Yuma’s agriculture industry.

The Morrison School of Agribusiness within the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University will prepare you to lead in this competitive, sophisticated and global industry and will give you an advantage in understanding its unique challenges and practices. Agribusiness is the largest export industry in the U.S. economy.

Our Yuma, AZ, location serves the southwest region of Arizona and the surrounding region with irrigation design services, quality products, and superior service. We sell quality products from quality manufacturers including pumps, pipes (PVC and aluminum) and parts, valves, and irrigation materials including drip tape and sprinklers.

GEORGE CAIRO ENGINEERING, INC. (GCE) provides innovative professional services, including planning, studies, design, and construction administration services, in the public and private sectors throughout Arizona and California.

Irrigation authorities can now deliver accurately measured, constant high-flow, on-demand water to farmers utilising existing open channel systems while eliminating outfalls at the end of channels. With this level of service, farmers are better positioned to make irrigation management decisions, receiving the water their plants need, when
Irrigation authorities can now deliver accurately measured, constant high-flow, on-demand water to farmers utilising existing open channel systems while eliminating outfalls at the end of channels. With this level of service, farmers are better positioned to make irrigation management decisions, receiving the water their plants need, when they need it at the rate they need it, avoiding wastage and fertiliser runoff.

We have developed a patented non-intrusive process to reverse desertification, rehabilitate degraded soils and reduce water and fertiliser consumption. Our product, which builds on years of R&D, is called Liquid natural Clay (LNC) and is proved and validated by independent third-party organisations to reduce water consumption up to 50% and increase crops yields.

Through close relationships with our clients, Frost delivers quality audit services and individually tailored tax planning strategies that take advantage of our unmatched experience. Frost’s engagement team continually leverages their years of collective accounting and business advisory experience, as well as our membership with the BDO Alliance.

During the winter months, the operation juggles the production of many different lettuces, celery, then broccoli and cauliflower – while also managing the date trees, which are a time-intensive crop, even after their fall harvest. Mary works alongside many of her family members, including her daughter, Kelly, who is the director of food safety for the farm.

The Arizona Power Authority (Authority), a body corporate and politic of Arizona, was formed as a result of federal legislation (Boulder Canyon Project Act of 1928) that allocated a portion of power produced from the Boulder Canyon Project (Hoover Dam and Power Plant). Hoover power first became available in 1936, and at that time, the S
The Arizona Power Authority (Authority), a body corporate and politic of Arizona, was formed as a result of federal legislation (Boulder Canyon Project Act of 1928) that allocated a portion of power produced from the Boulder Canyon Project (Hoover Dam and Power Plant). Hoover power first became available in 1936, and at that time, the State had not developed an infrastructure and methodology to receive and distribute this allocated power

The Maricopa Water District (MWD) was formally organized in 1925, as a political subdivision and an irrigation and water conservation district under Arizona state statutes and was successfully completed in 1927. MWD is the only privately financed reclamation project of its kind. MWD provides water and power to service an area of approx
The Maricopa Water District (MWD) was formally organized in 1925, as a political subdivision and an irrigation and water conservation district under Arizona state statutes and was successfully completed in 1927. MWD is the only privately financed reclamation project of its kind. MWD provides water and power to service an area of approximately 60 square miles. The lands within MWD which are still in agricultural are cropped with cotton, vegetables, fruits, citrus, grapes, and grain

Water Associates provides comprehensive irrigation solutions for farmers in California’s Central and Imperial Valleys and Arizona. Since 2000, we’ve grown by sustaining our focus on providing high-touch customer service and high-quality work, earning the trust and long-term partnership of our clients.

EF Polymer builds its business around naturally derived polymer technology, delivering solutions that reduce environmental impact while supporting long-term industrial sustainability.Beyond product development, we help companies transition away from petroleum-based superabsorbent polymers and develop circular models that make effective u
EF Polymer builds its business around naturally derived polymer technology, delivering solutions that reduce environmental impact while supporting long-term industrial sustainability.Beyond product development, we help companies transition away from petroleum-based superabsorbent polymers and develop circular models that make effective use of locally available resources. Through these efforts, we create new opportunities to translate the potential of natural materials into tangible value for industry.

ABWC Annual Meeting & Water Conference held on Friday, September 19, 2025 at the SRP PERA Training & Conference Center!
Thank you to those that joined us for a day of collaboration, networking and education of the most up-to-date water and power information.

We are exciting about this great lineup of expert speakers who will educate us on hot topics such as trade, water, agribusiness & power.
Arizona is a leading state in successful water management. Join in the conversation on how we work together to ensure a successful economy!


Thank you to all of our sponsors who make this event possible! Check out these important water & power companies, universities, irrigation districts are more!
Who that are leading the way in Arizona!
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Check out our Presenting Sponsor of the 2024 ABWC Annual Meeting & Water Conference, Salt River Project!

Thank you to the University of Arizona, College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences for their Lunch Sponsorship! To find out more about UArizona CALES, visit:

Breakfast is being sponsored this year by Wellton-Mohawk Irrigation & Drainage District, check out more about WMIDD: www.wmidd.org

All in-person registrants will receive a swag bag sponsored by the Yuma County Water Users' Association, check them out: https://www.facebook.com/ycwua/

The 2024 ABWC Annual Meeting & Water Conference Lanyard Sponsor is RDO Water!
For more information, please visit: www.rdoequipment.com

Salt River Project is going to Sweeten up the Day by Sponsoring the ABWC Annual Meeting & Water Conference Dessert Break! For more information about Salt River Project, visit: https://www.srpnet.com

Vicki Scott, CEO of Scott Resources is appreciated for her ongoing support of ABWC!

Thank you to the Arizona State University W.P. Carey School of Business-Morrison School of Agribusiness for their Sponsorship!
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The Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona would like to thank the Griffin Family Ranch for their Sponsorship and ongoing support!

ABWC Appreciates Ag West Farm Credit's on going support! To Check out Ag West Farm Credit, Visit: www.agwestfc.com

Check out the team at National Bank of Arizona! Visit: www.nbarizona.com
ABWC Appreciates the team at National Bank of Arizona for all of their support!

Shout out to our Yuma partners, Yuma Fresh Vegetable Association! We appreciate all of their support and to check out all of the work they do protecting our leafy greens in the state of Arizona, visit: www.yumafreshveg.com

Check out Paloma Ready Mix for all your water infrastructure needs! Visit: www.palomareadymix.com
Thank you to Cathy Brown for all of her support throughout the year!

Thank you to Maricopa Water District for supporting the Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona!
Visit: https://mwdaz.com

Thank you to Central Arizona Project for supporting the Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona! Visit: www.cap-az.org.

Thank you to our Member sponsor, FREEPORT MCMORAN for their ongoing support! For more information, please visit:

Check out Rubicon for all of your water automation and more! ABWC appreciates Rubicon for all of their support of the ABWC Annual Meeting! Visit:

George Cairo Engineering is a leading Water Infrastructure Engineering Partner! ABWC Appreciates all of the GCE support and for more information, visit: www.gcairoinc.com

We appreciate the AACD for supporting our Annual meeting & Water Conference! For more information about the great efforts the AACD has made in water conservation, visit:

The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is a leader in municipal water conservation! To find out more about their efforts, visit: www.phoenix.gov/waterservices/
Thank you to the City of Phoenix for their support of ABWC!