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New expenses burden Napa grape farmers
Growers in Napa Valley are facing new costs from a groundwater sustainability fee, added on top of existing regulations and rising expenses. The fee, roughly $99 per irrigated acre annually, significantly impacts large vineyards already burdened by compliance costs, amid a struggling wine market and declining vineyard land values. While officials cite groundwater protection, growers argue the rules disproportionately affect responsible water users and threaten the sustainability of their operations.
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