Farmers say the barley will help hold the topsoil in place. The region has been stricken by drought and all available water has been reserved for protected fish. Residents say dust obscures visibility whenever the wind blows faster than 10 miles per hour. Trade body criticizes lamb tariff A world trade body has ruled against the United States in a case involving lamb imports. The US imposed a tariff on lamb imported from Australia and New Zealand.
American ranchers say an unfair flood of imports depressed prices.
California lamb producers say the import duty has helped them while they work to develop new markets. The tariff remains in place while it's being reviewed. Permission for use is granted, however, credit must be made to the California Farm Bureau Federation when reprinting this item.