…resources. As a result, everyone – farmers, fish, and people in our cities and towns – will get less water. DWR’s actions are in direct response to Governor Edmund G….
Final State Water Action Plan Released
…must do to get through this drought and prepare for the next,” said Gov. Brown in his 2014 State of the State address. The Governor’s proposed 2014-15 budget lays a…
What Does Drought Declaration Mean for Farmers?
The governor officially declared a state of emergency due to the drought, but how will that help farmers around the state? Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio…
Is Drought Declaration Enough?
Is the governor’s drought declaration enough for the state’s struggling farmers? Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report It was the cry that preceded the governor’s state…
AgNeTVideo: Henry T. Perea Speaks at Water Rally That Preceded Governor’s Drought Declaration
Assemblymember Henry T. Perea speaks at the water rally that preceded the governor’s drought declaration….
Breaking News: Westlands Water District on Governor’s Declaration
Westlands Water District praised today’s action by Governor Jerry Brown to issue an emergency drought declaration for the State of California. “The Governor’s declaration recognizes that the State of California…
Breaking News: Governor Makes Official Drought Declaration
…Governor’s drought State of Emergency follows a series of actions the administration has taken to ensure that California is prepared for record dry conditions. In May 2013, Governor Brown issued…
FARM LEADER: Drought Declaration Calls Attention to Chronic Water Problems
…in people’s best interest, and said the federal government should follow the governor’s lead in taking immediate action to provide flexibility in regulations that could hinder water transfers. “Given the…
CATA Comments on Governor Brown’s Budget Proposal Eliminating Agricultural Education Incentive Grant
In his 2014-15 State Budget released last week, Governor Brown proposed the complete elimination of funding for the Agricultural Education Incentive Grant, which supports high quality Agricultural Education standards in…
Secretary for Natural Resources Statement on Water Issues
…is still some potential for relief. However, at the Governor’s direction, a drought task force is meeting regularly to monitor dry conditions and determine the most appropriate action moving forward….
State Board to Discuss Water Transfers and Drought Preparedness
…Food and Agriculture advises the governor and the CDFA secretary on agricultural issues and consumer needs. The state board conducts forums that bring together local, state and federal government officials,…
AgNet West e-News: Navel Orangeworm in Almonds; Water Task Force; FSMA Changes
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes information on navel orangeworm in almonds; the governor’s new water task force; and changes to FSMA. Click here to view the…
Governor Forms Water Task Force
Governor Jerry Brown Governor Jerry Brown wants weekly meetings to assess water problems. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Governor Jerry Brown says it’s going to…
EPA West Coast Collaborative Announces Grants
…repower diesel rubber tire gantry cranes with Ecocrane™ Hybrid Electric Power. Arizona Governor’s Office of Energy Policy received $81,993 to repower older construction equipment with at least Tier 3 engines….