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Steinberg Proposes Placing Operational Rules for Delta Conveyance into Water Bond

Senate President pro tem Darrell Steinberg (D-Sacramento) told an audience of water agency officials Wednesday that the water infrastructure bond on the 2014 ballot could be amended to add provisions that would “operationalize the rules of the game” when the twin Delta tunnels are completed.

Dave Puglia May 09 2013 in Environment

What Immigration Reform Means to You: Resources in English and Spanish

Immigration reform is currently moving through Congress with consideration of the comprehensive Senate bill, S 744. The legislation includes the agreement reached last month between the Agriculture Workforce Coalition (AWC) and the United Farm Workers.

Wendy Fink-Weber May 07 2013 in

Sacramento Ag Event Brings Valley Together

Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson proclaimed 2013 the city’s “Year of Food” to showcase the rich agricultural heritage of the region.

Wendy Fink-Weber May 07 2013 in

Crop Insurance Deadlines for Strawberries, Raisins, Forage Seeds

Deadlines are fast approaching for strawberries, raisins and forage seeds crop insurance coverage. Growers can buy federal crop insurance for their 2014 crop through July 1 for strawberries in Fresno, Merced or Ventura counties or September 30th for Santa Barbara, Monterey or Santa Cruz counties. After that date, insurance for your 2014 strawberries will not be available.

Greg Nelson May 07 2013 in

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