Tag: California
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California water allocations tighten for summer irrigation
In California, water availability is becoming a key issue as irrigation districts finalize allocations ahead of the summer growing season. While snowpack and reservoir levels have improved in some areas, restrictions remain in place across several agricultural regions. Water managers continue balancing supply with long-term conservation goals, leaving some producers with reduced access. That is…
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California dairy producers face margin squeeze as costs climb
California dairy country is feeling the squeeze again. Milk production is steady but input costs are creeping higher and that is tightening margins for producers. Feed remains the biggest concern with hay and ration costs staying elevated compared to where many would like to see them. Labor and regulatory costs are also part of the…