State Pear Growers Report Quality Crop

Taylor HillmanGeneral

…at the 159,000 figure.” Shirley Campbell, controller at Adobe Creek Orchards, said the growing season was about two weeks earlier than normal due to the mild weather. Like many other…

Progress Reported on Planning for Sites Reservoir

Taylor HillmanWater

…Big Chico Creek near Chico that contribute to one of the most reliable water supplies in California, he said. Even infrequent storms during drought conditions affect these creeks, causing temporary…

Japanese Journalists Get Look at U.S. Beef Industry

Taylor HillmanGeneral

…There, the journalists witnessed practical uses of technology for prevention and treatment of animal diseases. Visits to Colorado cattle operations included the Running Creek Ranch in Elizabeth and the Silver…

Help for Rural Californians Suffering Through Drought

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Vilsack This week, I visited the small town of Cameron Creek Colony in Tulare County, California and saw firsthand the challenges drought poses, particularly for those living in rural communities….

USDA Provides Aid to 73,000 Rural Californians Impacted by Drought

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…fund to provide low-interest loans to rural homeowners for household water wells. For example, the small community of Cameron Creek Colony in Tulare County is struggling due to severe drought….