California County Seeks State Disaster Declaration for Almond Freeze

The Red Bluff Daily News reports the Tehama County Department of Agriculture is seeking a disaster declaration for almond orchards from the state of California, following a spring freeze.

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This declaration pertains to damage suffered following four days with lows around 26°F and 28°F.

Agricultural Commissioner Rick Gurrola estimates the damage at $19,536,084, with farms in the county experiencing from 30% to 49% crop loss.

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