The west side of the San Joaquin Valley was the region most affected by the 1987-93 drought and by reduced allocations from CVPIA and CALFED decisions. Consequently, this area is among the most innovative in implementing market transfer initiatives and adopting water-conserving irrigation technologies. Clearly the economic fate of this region, and the others, is closely …
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