USDA Launches Effort to Assist California Producers Affected by Drought

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…scientifically proven conservation techniques on the ground and helping producers. USDA has a long, successful history of helping farmers and ranchers plan for and employ conservation practices that conserve and…

DWR Drops State Water Project Allocation to Zero, Seeks to Preserve Remaining Supplies

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To protect Californians’ health and safety from more severe water shortages in the months ahead, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) today took actions to conserve the state’s precious…

Immigration Principles Unveiled by House Republicans

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House Republican leaders have unveiled their immigration reform principles. The plan would require tighter border security, more interior immigration enforcement and allow undocumented immigrants to get right with the law…

Lucas Praises House Passage of Farm Bill Conference Report

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…the federal government. The Agricultural Act contributes major savings to deficit reduction, significant reforms to policy, and yet still provides a safety net not only for the production of American…

House-Senate Negotiators Announce Bipartisan Agreement on Final Farm Bill

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…us on the verge of enacting a five-year Farm Bill that saves taxpayers billions, eliminates unnecessary subsidies, creates a more effective farm safety-net and helps farmers and businesses create jobs,”…

Final State Water Action Plan Released

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Final State Water Action Plan Released: Outlines California’s Near- and Long-Term Water Priorities Plan Includes 2014-15 Budget Proposals, Implementation Efforts, Updates from Public and Stakeholder Comments SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As…

CA Lawmakers Urge Reclamation to Maintain Rescheduled Water

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…California’s recorded history, have severely strained California’s water system. Many CVP contractors have taken prudent steps in years past to plan for just these circumstances by conserving water or purchasing…