Fields and Flows: How Modern Irrigation Can Unlock Big Gains for Farms and Rivers

Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of an original homestead property turned local lavender farm, where innovative drip irrigation meets an unexpected challenge: more water than this farm needs. This site visit highlights how modern irrigation practices, paired with critical infrastructure upgrades, can unlock major water savings for farms and rivers alike. Learn how investing in Central Oregon Irrigation District’s system improvements supports both agricultural success and a healthier future for the Deschutes Basin.

Speakers:

Abby and Ted Buckley, Farmers

Lisa Seales, Program Manager, Deschutes River Conservancy

Jessi Talbott, Director of Water Rights, Central Oregon Irrigation District

Mikaela Watson, Water Rights Project Assistant, Central Oregon Irrigation District

Jon Skidmore, Deputy Managing Director, Central Oregon Irrigation District