2009 California Water Code - Section 10608.64 :: Chapter 8. Quantifying Agricultural Water Use Efficiency

10608.64.  The department, in consultation with the Agricultural
Water Management Council, academic experts, and other stakeholders,
shall develop a methodology for quantifying the efficiency of
agricultural water use. Alternatives to be assessed shall include,
but not be limited to, determination of efficiency levels based on
crop type or irrigation system distribution uniformity. On or before
December 31, 2011, the department shall report to the Legislature on
a proposed methodology and a plan for implementation. The plan shall
include the estimated implementation costs and the types of data
needed to support the methodology. Nothing in this section authorizes
the department to implement a methodology established pursuant to
this section.