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Latino voters grow independent as both parties struggle to win trust

Latino voters grow independent as both parties struggle to win trust

Lee en español aqui. The Latino voters who helped Donald Trump make historic gains in 2024 are not necessarily turning Democrat but pulling away from both parties as economic dissatisfaction continues. While recent polling shows a movement away from Trump among Latinos, including some who backed him in 2024, the shift is not a major Democratic realignment, and could make …

Funding for resilient ranches

The Center for Regenerative Agriculture & Resilient Systems at Chico State says it’s accepting applications from farms and ranches in Butte and other North State counties for a USDA program that offers technical assistance for projects that improve soil health, water retention, erosion control and more.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) is designed to build operational resilience. Help in applying for financial assistance may also be available.

The link is here.

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