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Rominger, Richard. Papers.

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Collection Number: D-087

Correspondence, clippings, budget papers, agendas, and meeting notes relating to Rominger's work with the Department of Food and Agriculture; files on pesticides, water appropriation, soil erosion, farm labor, and natural resources. Fourth-generation Yolo County farmer active in agricultural land use and preservation issues; head of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (1977-1982); deputy secretary for the USDA (1993-2000).

Finding Aid

Finding Aid on the Online Archive of California

Inclusive Dates

1977-2000.

Extent

144 linear feet

Subject

Natural Resources

Northern California Food Movement

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