1. 2019 AIF Water Forum Potable Reuse Commission Update: Agricultural Perspective August 29th, 2019
Kerry Kates, P.E.
Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association
Water & Natural Resources

2. Agricultural Perspective
Why Potable Reuse?
Public water supply and agriculture are the two largest users
Agriculture’s options are limited
We need implementable and effective solutions
One of several tools that should be utilized
It is a vetted and safe technology
The industry recognizes the benefits

3. North Florida Regional Water Supply Partnership
Chloride levels have increased
Source: SJRWMD
Potato crops have been negatively impacted
Potable reuse could help buffer saltwater intrusion

4. Dover/Plant City Water Use Caution Area
Ground water withdrawals are restricted
Source: SWFWMD
Potable reuse could assist with stabilization
Potential opportunity for expansion of strawberry farms

5. Potable Reuse
Direct and indirect potable reuse grows the water pie. . .
Provides environmental benefit
Helps to ensure a sustainable, clean, and safe water supply

6. Water Sustainability Is Imperative
Source: David McNew/Getty

7. Public Perception

8. The Western Reality The drivers are obvious
Facilitates public acceptance

9. Our Reality Water is a prominent feature of our landscape
Reinforces public disconnect

10. Population Growth
Source: Palm Beach Post

11. Population Growth
Source: BEBR Population Estimates (

12. Visitor Impact
Source: Florida Department of Transportation (

13. Water Shortages

14. Water Shortages

15. Water Shortages

16. Water Shortages

17. Water Shortages Source: The Telegraph Source: Reuters Source: Mashable
Water Online

18. This Is A Collaboration

19. Thank You Kerry.Kates@FFVA.com