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Agencies managing groundwater basins must submit plans

California agencies overseeing management of high- and medium-priority groundwater basins have until Jan. 31, 2022, to submit groundwater sustainability plans for review. more »

Infrastructure bill passage to boost California projects

The investments in western water infrastructure and national forestlands will assist farmers, ranchers, water providers and rural communities impacted by wildfires and water shortages. more »

Supply chain snarls slow goods to and from farms

70% of California's tree nuts are exported, and some processors haven't been able to ship product, resorting to rail and air in attempt to keep market share. more »

$90.2 million in USDA grants awarded to strengthen local and regional markets

The investment involves over 200 projects to explore opportunites for farmers market and local food promotion programs. more »

Almond Alliance of California names Aubrey Bettencourt as president/CEO

Bettencourt has extensive experience in dealing with California's agricultural and natural resource issues, and will begin her new role Dec. 1, 2021. more »

How is drought affecting irrigation water for pecans?

The pecan industry is valued at about $400 million, but producers in the Southwest have to find solutions to limited and brackish water to stay in the game. more »

Almonds No. 1 in Fresno County’s Top 10 Crops listing

The nation's top food-producing county ranks almonds No. 1 and pistachios No. 3 in the recently released report for Fresno County's 2020 agricultural production value. more »