Agriculture
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Farmers, Businesses May Be Eligible for Drought Assistance

| 9:32 AM

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San Diego County farmers, ranchers and businesses may seek some relief from the drought through two loan programs. Eligible farmers and ranchers of “family-sized” farming operations may apply for a U.S. Department of Agriculture disaster loan for physical damage and crop production loss that has occurred since Jan. 1, 2016. The maximum disaster loan amount […]

Agriculture

Bee-ing Safe

| 1:34 PM

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Springtime. The yard work is calling, the flowers are blooming — and the bees are here!

Agriculture

Beekeeping Boost Approved by Board

| 3:55 PM

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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved new rules Wednesday that will promote beekeeping and local agriculture while protecting the public.