California water allocations up
From the Ag Information Network, I’m Bob Larson with your Agribusiness Update. **California farmers are expected to see increased federal water allocations this year, as winter storms bolster the Sierra Nevada snowpack and water levels rise in reservoirs. The Bureau of Reclamation has announced an initial allocation of 35% of contracted water supplies for agricultural customers south of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The February 22 announcement was welcome news after officials provided zero allocations for agriculture in both 2021 and 22. **The National Association of Conservation Districts released policy recommendations for the upcoming 2023 Farm Bill.
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