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Wildlife and Rice Farming pair well

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June 07, 2012

By: Sandy Denn, California Rice Farmer

Family rice farmer Sandy Denn describes some of the seasonal wildlife she enjoys on her farm in Glenn County.




Sandy Denn and her husband Wally own and operate Snow Goose Farms near Willows in Glenn County. She holds a law degree and has served on numerous boards and committees dealing with water in the North State. Sandy and Wally have six grown children. Her passions include hunting and fishing, and she used to fly a hot air balloon and a stunt plane for relaxation.

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hashim mohd sedik said:
There are thousands of snow geese in your region,are these birds not getting harm to rice industry?If so how the right way to face the problem?Thank you.
Oct 07, 2012

California Rice Commission - Jim said:
Hashim, Birds do eat rice, but their peak time in the fields is after harvest. Their beauty and the environmental benefits of rice cultivation in California outweigh the fact that they eat some of the grain.
Oct 07, 2012

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