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A Vista farming operation helps homeless San Diegans in North County develop job skills. It's also a revenue stream to help homeless families in the region.
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Under the program, owners who dedicate vacant, blighted or unimproved land for farming use will be assessed at a lower property tax rate, which was authorized by state legislation two years ago.
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KPBS Midday EditionCan California continue to provide the rest of the nation with fruits and vegetables if there aren't enough people to work to produce them?
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The total value of San Diego County's agricultural production last year was $1.82 billion, compared to $1.85 billion in 2013. It is the first decline in overall value in six years.
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Illumina Inc. reported Tuesday that it's teaming up with cattlemen in Ireland to improve the breeding of livestock.
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Huge planned developments are riling up residents of Carlsbad and the rural backcountry near Valley Center. Meanwhile, three luxury hotels on Harbor Island may not be built at all, unless developers can comply with a little-known law.
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Fallowing is the biggest chunk of the cost of the drought. According to a UC Davis study, California's drought will cost state agriculture $1.84 billion in 2015.
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In 2008, Californians passed a law by a two thirds majority to create more humane conditions for egg laying hens. Farmers have had the last seven years to comply.
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The Rainbow Water District has voted to oppose a proposed merger with the Fallbrook Water District. The decision shows the challenge of trying to consolidate how water is managed in California.
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Citrus and avocados have been the two leading crops in North San Diego County. But, several thousand acres of citrus and about 10,000 acres of avocados have been taken out of production because farmers can’t afford to irrigate.
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