Water
A temporary restraining order is in effect until May 5, pending the outcome of a hearing regarding the state's overreach by trying to prevent farmers from using groundwater supplies.
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The earlier promised allotment of 15% has dropped to 5%, as California reserves and snowpack are below average, entering another drought year.
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With funding provided by USDA-NRCS, the project will deploy Extension personnel to perform demonstrations, provide on-farm consultations, and conduct outreach activities to promote locally appropriate best practices.
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Drought means deeper wells, and deeper wells mean less quality groundwater. But a 60% predicted loss in almonds – and a reality closer to 30% – is showing that while almond trees are still salt sensitive, perhaps it's less than expected.
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A modest increase of 15% in 2022 water deliveries are the result of December storms, with the Department of Water Resources continuing to address health and safety needs.
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Officials have determined that the Navigable Waters Protection Rule reduces clean water protections, which has farmers advocating for a rule that is clear, concise and accounts for normal agricultural activities.
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Though California reservoirs are still below average storage for the time of year, the numerous storms at the start of the season has the state seeing up to 160% of average snowpack.
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Almond Board of California is encouraging growers to use the Introduction to Groundwater Recharge guide, which is designed for those wanting to learn more about how to use their land to recharge aquifers.
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