Why is California suing to stop water flowing to its own people?
We have another California vs. Trump lawsuit on the horizon. But not all of California supports the latest legal salvo against Trump.
Agriculture, View
Agriculture, Highlight
Newsom preps lawsuit over Federal water boost, proposes changes to State Water Project
Countering the Trump administration’s new Calif. water plan, Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled a lawsuit and plans to tighten water State Water Project pumping.
Agriculture, Highlight
Seeking stability, Westlands nears permanent water contract with Feds
Westlands Water District is set to convert its temporary water service agreements with the Federal government into a permanent contract thanks to a 2016 law
Agriculture, Business
Gar Tootelian, Bennett Water Systems ink merger
2019 continues to be the year of ag mergers, as the trend spreads to two Valley farm services companies.
Agriculture, Fresno
During Fresno stop, Dennis Miller throws a jab at water wars, delta smelt
Speaking in Fresno on restoring civility in a hyperconnected, hyper-partisan era, the ex-SNL star started off by wading into California’s water wars.
Agriculture, View
With California’s water at stake, progress finally triumphs regress
As California’s water is finally guided by policies rooted in updated science and progress, those who typically preach progress are creating resistance.
Agriculture
House lawmakers strike deal on legal pathways for undocumented farmworkers
The bill, which creates pathways for longtime ag workers, is backed by nearly all members of the Valley Congressional delegation.
Agriculture
After defeating the UFW, a farmworker rights group turns its attention to state legislators
A farmworkers rights group that led labor battles against United Farm Workers announced new ad campaigns focused on “anti-farmworker” state legislators.
Agriculture
Olam acquires Stanislaus-based almond processor in $54mil deal
Singapore ag conglomerate Olam International acquired Hughson Nut, Inc., one of the largest almond processors in California on Tuesday.
Agriculture, Highlight
Trump administration releases plan to deliver more water to Valley
Trump administration released new environmental standards and Central Valley Project operation plans that may deliver more water to the San Joaquin Valley.