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Fishermen and farmers fight over water in California

Clip: 05/21/2015 | 7m 49s

Facing a multi-year drought, California's rivers are too shallow and warm for salmon. Meanwhile, record production of thirsty nut crops like almonds and walnuts has diverted water from the river delta. But just as environmentalists blame nut farmers for bleeding the fish dry, the farmers are crying foul on the fish. Economics correspondent Paul Solman reports.

Aired: 05/21/15

Rating: NR

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