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Tulare County Farm Bureau announces leadership transition
Tricia Stever Blattler, who has led the farm bureau for over 19 years, announced plans to step down this summer.
Calif. Supreme Court declines review of Kings County groundwater case
Kings County farmers will have to pay an extraction fee after the state Supreme Court decided to stay out of the litigation.
Valley farmers push for Trump to fund Shasta Dam enlargement project
Raising Shasta Dam would provide a significant amount of more water storage for California farmers and communities.
Former Running Horse property sells for $14 million
The former proposed golf course and housing development is changing hands as a court-appointed receiver seeks to unwind farming properties held by Fresno's Assemi family.
Johnny Amaral named new CEO of Friant Water Authority
After seven years with the agency, Amaral steps in to lead the Friant Water Authority with Jason Phillips stepping down.
Westlands pushes for more water storage as Calif. declared drought-free
While the state does not have a single dry area, Westlands Water District noted the need to increase water supplies so California can withstand future droughts.
Modesto Irrigation District director faces heat over alleged misuse of water
A Modesto Irrigation District director has faced intense scrutiny over the last several months for allegedly stealing or…
Westlands economic report ties low water deliveries to loss of economic activity
Consistent loss of water supplies are hitting the Valley’s pocketbook in more than one way, a new report from Westlands Water District finds.
Westlands approves plan to repurpose fallowed land for solar, energy storage
Over 100,000 acres throughout the west side of the Central Valley within Westlands Water District will be able to be repurposed for energy projects.
Report: Calif. officials look to oppose Trump’s latest water action
While Central Valley farmers are applauding the Trump administration, California’s top officials are signalling their intent to take action against the new water policy.
