USDA and Congressman Doug LaMalfa defend Potter Valley from water cuts

USDA Intervenes in PG&E’s Planned Decommissioning of the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has intervened in the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project proceedings currently being considering by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). “This action will allow USDA to ensure that the interests of the National Forest Service, local farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, communities, and other stakeholders are represented,” the USDA said in a press release. “If this plan goes through as propose…

USDA and Congressman Doug LaMalfa defend Potter Valley from water cuts

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture have stepped in to address concerns involving the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project. According to Congressman Doug LaMalfa, this intervention aims to protect vital water supplies critical for agriculture…