CapRadio | All Things Considered 2009-02-17

All Things Considered 2009-02-17

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

No Shortage Of Bees For Almond Crops
Unlike in previous years, Central Valley almond growers say there’s no shortage of bees to pollinate their orchards. But now there’s a shortage of another natural commodity: water.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Local Student Nominated As White House Farmer
The job doesn’t even exist but a UC Davis graduate student is one of the top nominees to be “White House farmer.”
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Governor "Generally Supports" Open Primaries in State Budget Plan
Governor Schwarzenegger may be willing to consider open primary elections in the measure to address California's 40-billion dollar budget challenge.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Governor Honors US Airways Pilot Sullenberger
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is the latest dignitary to pay tribute to Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger – the US Airways pilot who safely landed his plane on the Hudson River last month.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
More Staff Reductions for Sacramento's Fire Department?
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson is not ruling out another staff reduction at the city’s understaffed fire department to help balance a $50 million budget deficit.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
California Prepares For Its Share of Federal Stimulus Dollars
California is creating a legislative task force to outline how the state will use its share of the Federal Economic Stimulus Package.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009

All Things Considered 2009-02-17