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Harvest of new crops approaches as port delays worsen
As ongoing port congestion and persistent shipping obstacles continue to block movement of California agricultural goods, farmers and exporters face b... READ MORE »
Extension of curtailment of water rights in the Russian River watershed eyed
Due to ongoing drought and a limited water supply, farmers and ranchers in Mendocino and Sonoma counties, California, are awaiting adoption of an amen... READ MORE »
A message for lawmakers: ‘Hear our story’
Pat Wirz saw a chance to do something important and ran with it. The San Benito County, California, cattle rancher and winegrape grower dropped everyt... READ MORE »
2022 water year looks dismal as snowpack melts
The optimism spurred by heavy snowstorms in December has melted away, and the 2022 water year is now looking bleak. After facing the driest recorde... READ MORE »
‘There’s no doubt in my mind that (organic) will keep growing’
With sales of organic fresh produce continuing to grow, farmers say they remain optimistic about their market prospects, even as they face a potential... READ MORE »
Agriculture seeks clarity in revisions to US water rules
Farmers and ranchers are advocating for a federal "waters of the United States" rule under the Clean Water Act that is clear and concise and maintains... READ MORE »
Vilsack: Port progress may aid agricultural exports
U.S. ports are making progress in clearing docks piled high with shipping containers in a pandemic-induced crisis that is delaying billions of dollars... READ MORE »
Infrastructure bill brings victory for Western water users, agencies say
With President Joe Biden’s signature on the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on Nov. 15, a national coalition representing thousand... READ MORE »
Major water improvements for West in bipartisan infrastructure bill
In response to the Nov. 5 passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act by the U.S. House of Representatives, Western Growers President & ... READ MORE »
Crop efficiency aided by satellites tracking water use
As California weathers another drought, tools that can help farmers and ranchers maximize the water they do get are being sharpened. The newest eff... READ MORE »
