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San Joaquin Valley Implements Near-Total Agricultural Burning Ban for Improved Air Quality

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  • Beginning this week, **San Joaquin Valley farmers** face a ban on **burning agricultural waste**, a measure designed to boost air quality.
  • The ban represents a significant **shift in practices** within a region known for poor air quality and high rates of respiratory illness.
  • Opponents of the regulation argue that it imposes a **financial burden on farmers**, necessitating costlier waste disposal methods.
  • This legislation, stemming from **Senate Bill 705** in 2003, finally reaches its deadline after numerous extensions over the years.
  • **Grant funding** has been allocated to assist growers in transitioning to alternative waste disposal methods as the ban takes effect.

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