Drought Causing Valley Land to Sink

Taylor Hillman Drought, Water

…records,” said Department of Water Resources (DWR) Director Mark Cowin. “As extensive groundwater pumping continues, the land is sinking more rapidly and this puts nearby infrastructure at greater risk of…

Crop Insurance Options for Fruit and Nut Producers

Taylor Hillman Tree, nut & vine crops

…management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing, and community facilities to…