McClintock Hosts Agricultural and Water Forum

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Tom McClintock Representing the 4th District of California

The Roundtable in Turlock Brought Together Farmers, Local Officials and Federal Representatives

A water and agricultural forum hosted by Congressman McClintock brought together farmers, local officials, water irrigation district representatives and federal agency representatives to address issues central to the region’s agricultural economy. Topics included water infrastructure, land management and resource planning.

The event featured representatives from federal agencies including the U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

“The cooperation between local, state and federal government remains a crucial point in strengthening rural infrastructure,” remarked Congressman McClintock. “Today’s roundtable discussion provided an important opportunity to examine the needs of local communities, including water infrastructure and the regulatory environment.”

Topics covered in the roundtable included a discussion of ongoing USDA program investments aimed at strengthening rural infrastructure.

The forum was held August 27th in Turlock at the Turlock Irrigation District.