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Cow waste on dairy farms accounts for about 45 percent of California's methane emissions. One dairy farmer in Elk Grove is turning that pollution into power.

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Food and Sustainability

Outside Forward Landfill Near Stockton, A Garden Grows On Composted Waste

May 18, 2016 | Rich Ibarra

A garden with fruits and vegetables aplenty is growing alongside the largest landfill in San Joaquin County. Part of the waste collected for the dump goes into making that garden grow.

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California Drought: Too Soon To End Mandatory Conservation?

May 11, 2016 | Ed Joyce

One water scientist says it may be too soon to end mandatory water conservation requirements in California and the state's surface and groundwater should be managed together.

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Food and Sustainability

Grape Escape Back On After Last Year's Cancellation

May 11, 2016 | Bob Moffitt

Sacramento's "Grape Escape" event is back this year after a year off. The event showcases local wineries and chefs. It was canceled in 2015 because of warnings issued by the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control.

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