Desert Control and Oasis Date: A Partnership for Sustainable Water Conservation in Date Farming

In the arid regions of the United States, particularly in California and Arizona, water conservation has become a critical concern for farmers, especially those cultivating water-intensive crops like Medjool date palms. To address this challenge, Desert Control, a leader in soil and water conservation technology, has partnered with Oasis Date, North America's largest date grower and processor, to deploy Liquid Natural Clay (LNC) across 160 acres of premium Medjool date palms at Oasis Date's Corn Springs Ranch in California. This collaboration aims to conserve water, improve soil health, and enhance yields, reinforcing Oasis Date's position as a leader in sustainable and regenerative agriculture.

The deployment, valued at NOK 1.5 million, follows a successful pilot project launched in July 2024 for 13 acres of date palms. The pilot demonstrated significant improvements in water retention, soil health, and overall performance. This expanded 160-acre deployment, scheduled for completion in Q1 2025, represents a key milestone in scaling Desert Control's innovative soil and water conservation technology across Oasis Date's operations.

Oasis Date, which manages over 5,000 acres of date farms and produces over 1 billion dates annually, is committed to sustainable and regenerative organic farming. As the majority supplier for Natural Delights®, the #1 Medjool date brand in North America, Oasis Date leads the way in sustainable agriculture with its dedication to environmental sustainability and farmworker fairness. The partnership with Desert Control aligns perfectly with Oasis Date's vision, as it seeks to minimize its environmental impact and maximize its agricultural productivity.

Desert Control's LNC technology transforms sandy, fast-draining soils into fertile, water-retentive ground, reducing irrigation needs while supporting healthy plant growth. This partnership holds the potential for broader adoption of LNC technology across Oasis Date's extensive operations in California and Arizona, contributing to a more sustainable future for the date industry.



In conclusion, the partnership between Desert Control and Oasis Date represents a significant step towards sustainable water conservation and enhanced agricultural productivity in the date industry. By deploying Desert Control's LNC technology, Oasis Date can reduce water usage, improve soil health, and increase yields, all while contributing to a more environmentally conscious farming practice. As the date industry continues to grow and face challenges related to water scarcity, collaborations like this one will be essential in promoting a greener and more sustainable future for agriculture.