California salmon fishing poised to finally reopen. Can the industry recover?
Donald Trump is mentioned regarding past federal policies that prioritized water diversions for Central Valley farms over salmon protection.
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Published Apr 11, 2026
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California's commercial salmon season is set to reopen after a devastating three-year closure, but the industry faces strict harvest limits and a precarious future as state and federal leaders clash over water rights and disaster relief efficiency.
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