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Government amends Water Law to cut price for farmers

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Knesset approves measures aimed at lowering water prices for farmers.

Farmers say agricultural water rates are the highest in the OECD , affecting their ability to compete.

The changes passed Tuesday were spearheaded by National Unity MK Alon Schuster, a former local leader from the Gaza periphery.

Agriculture Minister Avi Dichter welcomed the amendment’s passing.

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