- Author: Jeannette E. Warnert
Published on: August 31, 2009
Like other picturesque sites in California, Sierra Valley is struggling to protect its agricultural industry. The Sierra Nevada's highest alpine valley, with sprawling grassland edged by mountain peaks, would make a lovely spot for vacation homes and tourism.
Many of the ranchers, however, don't want to quit running cattle and growing crops on the valley's wide open spaces, according to a story in today's Sacramento Bee.
"I could have cashed out very easily," the story quoted rancher Dave Goicoechea. "But ranches like this aren't happening everywhere, and I've never wanted anything else. I have no objection to the development – just leave...
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