Agribusiness & Water Council
A not-for-profit trade association, representing the entire Arizona agricultural community from "ditch bank to dinnerplate".
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Check out our annual meeting speakers agenda!
We appreciate our Sponsors and Partners!
Thank you to our Sponsors who have made this event possible!
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors, University of Arizona College of Ag, Life & Enviromental Sciences and The Salt River Project!
Thank you to our Sponsors for Making this Event Possible!
Water Irrigation Efficiency Program
Thank you for Joining Us!
Thank you to our Speakers!
Thank you to our Speakers!
This meeting provided growers with information about how they can reduce their water use and provide details about a grant that they are eligible for.
Thank you to our Speakers!
Thank you to our Speakers!
Thank you to our Speakers!
Use the link below for more information about the process
Ethan Orr Ph.D.
Thank you to our Speakers!
Thank you to MWD!
Ehtan Orr Ph.D. Associate Director ANR and Economic Development, provided a detailed overview of this important program! Thank you to Representative Tim Dunn of District 13 for all of his efforts in making this program a success! Saving water in Arizona!
Thank you to MWD!
Check out Advanced Irrigated Systems!
Thank you to MWD!
We appreciate Maricopa Water District and Glen Vortherms, General Manager and ABWC Treasurer who helped to facilitate this meeting and allow the use of their Lake Pleasant facility!
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Check out Advanced Irrigated Systems!
Check out Advanced Irrigated Systems!
Click below to complete your on-line application to receive up to $1500 per acre and save 20% water irrigation efficiency on your farm today!
Check out Advanced Irrigated Systems!
Check out Advanced Irrigated Systems!
Check out Advanced Irrigated Systems!
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Check out Rain for Rent!
Check out George Cairo Engineering!
Check out George Cairo Engineering!
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Check out George Cairo Engineering!
Check out George Cairo Engineering!
Check out George Cairo Engineering!
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Check out N-Drip!
Check out George Cairo Engineering!
Check out RDO Water!
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Check out RDO Water!
Check out Western Skies Advisory!
Check out RDO Water!
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Check out RainBird!
Check out Western Skies Advisory!
Check out Western Skies Advisory!
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Check out Western Skies Advisory!
Check out Western Skies Advisory!
Check out Western Skies Advisory!
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ABWC and MWD host the AZ FFA lead summit
ABWC Supports the Arizona FFA Foundation
ABWC Supports the Arizona FFA Foundation
ABWC Supports the Arizona FFA Foundation
Host of the Tuesday afternoon tour
ABWC Supports the Arizona FFA Foundation
ABWC Supports the Arizona FFA Foundation
ABWC Treasurer and General Manager of Maricopa Water District, Glen Vortherms provided a full tour of Lake Pleasant and explained how important water is to our growers and Arizona! Ending the evening with a Dinner at Dillon's BBQ!
check out the new agricultural industry calendar!
Stay involved in Arizona Agriculture events, trainings, conferences and more! The calendar includes dates and links for our partners, colleagues and the Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona.
National Agricultural Affiliations
National Water Resource Association
Family Farm Alliance and Western Caucus
Family Farm Alliance and Western Caucus
The Arizona Affiliate to the
National Water Resources Association
Family Farm Alliance and Western Caucus
Family Farm Alliance and Western Caucus
Family Farm Alliance and Western Caucus
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The Family Farm Alliance is a Non-Profit, Grass Roots Association. Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona Members are active participants, serving on the board and advisory committees of this national association.
Check out the NEW February 2023 Conference info!
The Arizona Water Infrastructure Coalition
Urges Congress to Invest in Water
"Water is the lifeblood of Arizona and the West", ABWC President, Tom Davis.
Thank you to the ABWC Sponsors
Water management Certificate Program
A Unique Collaboration
A unique collaboration of the Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona, Arizona State University Morrison School of Agribusiness & the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. The WMCP curriculum is designed by distinguished practitioners of water resources and power management. The instructors have decades of experience and are among the most knowledgeable and recognized leaders in the field.
About the WMCP
Water Management Certificate Program
Water Management Certificate Program
Cohort XI
Water Management Certificate Program Cohort XI information and login.
ABWC Board of Directors
About Us
The Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona (ABWC) is a not for profit trade association, whose membership represents the entire agricultural community from "ditch bank to dinner plate", in Arizona. ABWC was established in 1978 to respond to proposed water legislation and to serve as the state's reclamation representative to the National Water Resources Association. It's members are comprised of growers, ranchers, suppliers of equipment, seed, chemicals and services, attorney groups, agricultural processors, financiers of agribusiness enterprises, commodity groups, trade associations, electrical, irrigation and drainage districts, and major state universities.
ABWC Officers
Emeritus Directors
ABWC Board of Directors
2019 Annual Report
The 2019 Annual Report gives a snapshot of all the ABWC activities, conferences, events and organizations that ABWC are involved in
Executive Director and Secretary
Meet our Executive Director, Chris Udall
Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona Events
Annual Meeting & Water Conference
Annual Meeting & Water Conference
Annual Meeting & Water Conference
ABWC hosts an annual business meeting featuring local experts, vendors and an opportunity to actively promote water quality, conservation, rights and management. Join us on Friday, September 15, 2023 for the upcoming 2023 Conference!
H2Open Golf Tournament
Annual Meeting & Water Conference
Annual Meeting & Water Conference
The 32nd Annual H2Open Golf Tournament is scheduled for Friday, October 27, 2023.
Located at the Francisco Grande Golf Resort in Casa Grande, Arizona.
Arizona Agribusiness Roundtable
AZ Association of Women in Water & Ag
AZ Association of Women in Water & Ag
A partnership between the Arizona Department of Agriculture and the Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona
AZ Association of Women in Water & Ag
AZ Association of Women in Water & Ag
AZ Association of Women in Water & Ag
Events throughout the year, including Wine, Women & Water and Annual Meeting. Check out the Colorado River Update on May 30th!
Water Legislation
Vetting Forum 4 Water
A Partnership between ABWC and AMWUA to facilitate a forum for State Legislators and water interests to vet legislation and ideas ahead of the upcoming session.
2023 Legislative Session
Beginning on January 10, 2023, the Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona Executive Director, Chris Udall and ABWC Board of Directors will be working at the Arizona Capital on behalf of our members.
Affiliations & Involvement
Arizona-Mexico Commission
Arizona Agriculture's Legislative Luncheon
Arizona Chamber of Commerce
ABWC Executive Director, Chris Udall serves as a committee co-chair and stays up to date on the AMC meetings and action plans, staying involved and providing input.
Arizona Chamber of Commerce
Arizona Agriculture's Legislative Luncheon
Arizona Chamber of Commerce
ABWC is a proud member of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce
Arizona Agriculture's Legislative Luncheon
Arizona Agriculture's Legislative Luncheon
Governor's Water Augmentation, Innovation & Conservation Council
Arizona Agriculture Producer & Suppliers bring Arizona Grown Produce, Eggs, Pasta, Milk and more to the Capitol. ABWC spends the day networking with our elected officials and communicating the importance of water and agriculture to Arizona.
New! Check out the Event Highlights of 2023!
Governor's Water Augmentation, Innovation & Conservation Council
Governor's Water Augmentation, Innovation & Conservation Council
Governor's Water Augmentation, Innovation & Conservation Council
ABWC participates in the Arizona Governor’s Water Augmentation Council works to develop long-term water augmentation strategies, additional water conservation opportunities, funding and infrastructure needs to help secure water supplies for Arizona’s future. Visit the GWAICC website calendar for meeting times.
CRWUA-Colorado River Water Users' Association
Governor's Water Augmentation, Innovation & Conservation Council
CRWUA-Colorado River Water Users' Association
ABWC Members and Board of Directors participate in CRUWA. The Colorado River Water Users Association is a non-profit, non-partisan organization providing a forum for exchanging ideas and perspectives on Colorado River use and management with the intent of developing and advocating common objectives, initiatives and solutions.
IEDA
Governor's Water Augmentation, Innovation & Conservation Council
CRWUA-Colorado River Water Users' Association
Irrigation & Electrical Districts Association (IEDA)
IEDA's members are engaged in the management of water and power facilities and the delivery of water and power in Arizona. Responsible for the delivery of most of AZ entitlement of water from the Colorado River and much of the water that is otherwise available in Arizona. The membership includes special districts, municipalities, an Indian utility authority, and the managers of a federal water project.
ABWC Supports Arizona FFA
ABWC & Yuma County Agriculture Water Coalition enjoy the 16th Annual "Steak & Chuck" Dinner.
ABWC & Yuma County Agriculture Water Coalition enjoy the 16th Annual "Steak & Chuck" Dinner.
Executive Director, Chris Udall serves as a Member on the Arizona FFA Foundation Board of Trustees.
ABWC & Yuma County Agriculture Water Coalition enjoy the 16th Annual "Steak & Chuck" Dinner.
ABWC & Yuma County Agriculture Water Coalition enjoy the 16th Annual "Steak & Chuck" Dinner.
ABWC & Yuma County Agriculture Water Coalition enjoy the 16th Annual "Steak & Chuck" Dinner.
January 17, 2023 ABWC and Yuma County Agriculture Water Coalition enjoy the 16th Annual "Steak & Chuck" Dinner.
ABWC President, Tom Davis Talks Labor with U.S. Secretary of Ag, Sonny Perdue
ABWC & Yuma County Agriculture Water Coalition enjoy the 16th Annual "Steak & Chuck" Dinner.
ABWC President, Tom Davis Talks Labor with U.S. Secretary of Ag, Sonny Perdue
Tuesday, June 30th ABWC President Tom Davis and Arizona Ag Commodity organization representatives, met with the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue to discuss labor issues facing Arizona farmers.