Fertilizer shortage eyed by Vermont extension agent
John C. Page, County Extension Agent of the University of Vermont, cautions farmers that rising fertilizer prices and potential shortages will force careful nutrient balancing and soil testing. He argues fertilizer costs will transfer to higher food prices, urges precise budgeting of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash, and warns against the failed numbers game in fertilizer analyses.
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John C. Page
University of Vermont
Kentucky
Cadillac
Meatless meals boost protein without meat
Eileen M. Brogan of the County Extension Agency notes meat lacks monopoly on protein and offers meatless meal strategies. She cites higher costs of steak and salad, suggests pasta and cheese, and explains meeting daily protein with plant and animal sources.
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Eileen M. Brogan
Vermont gains from scarce school food commodities program
Vermont schools will receive 149 312 dollars in federal funds due to shortfalls in USDA commodity deliveries for the current fiscal year. The Vermont Department of Education will distribute the funds to public and private schools, with APsa Food and Nutrition Service covering the difference between programmed and expected deliveries. Funds are in addition to National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program cash aid.
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Princeton
N.J
Vermont
US Department of Agriculture
State Department of Education
USDA
Aspa
Food and Nutrition Service
Choosing Seed Varieties for a First Time Garden
Dr. Ted Flanagan explains selecting vegetable seed varieties by maturity time, disease resistance, and用途 for fresh use or freezing. He suggests quick maturing types for northern New England, checking seed packets for germination, days to maturity, and planting maps. Garden centers and county Extension offices provide guidance and a booklet on Vermont Vegetable Varieties.
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New England
Vermont
Morrill Hall, University
Burlington, Vt
Garden prep tips from Ornamental Horticulturist Normane Pellett
Plan planting locations and quantities, test soil permeability after rainfall, and prepare beds with peat moss and lime. Avoid low water-collecting or windy spots, ensure good drainage, and mix organic matter yearly. Have soil tested via county Extension for fertilizer and lime recommendations.
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ByOr
Normane
County 4 H Clothing Day highlights youth effort
County Extension Agent William C Snow notes 4 H leaders and volunteers and 60 youth showcased garments at Clothing Day. Delegates were named to State Day in Barre on June 2, including Lynn Marah Susan Moriarty and Arlington participants.
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Washington, D.C
Vermont
Nancy
Capitol Hill
John Haugarud
Ari
Mra
John Shapiro
Shaftsbury
John de Brun
Sharon Snow
Mary Pratt
Florence Bull
Allington
Alan
Barbara Houle
Elaine Carpenter
Bennington
Bennington County
Barre Ware
Lynn Marah
Susan
Moriarty
Tracy Jones
Hoosick Falls
Sandy Sheldon
Arlington
Lana Lundeen
Shane Crawford
Princess Crawford
West Rupert
Lynn Grant
Michele Rogers
Melissa Mattison
Ruth Ford
Diana Hay
Kathy
Rose Matteson
Judy Gilbert
Wanda Saunders
Pawlet
Patt! Puzzell
Lorrie Morneault
Donna
Nancy Leach
Vermont Farm Bureau chief blasts tax break omission
Keith Wallace of the Vermont Farm Bureau criticized the Senate for not concurring with a farmer tax relief measure. He called Thomas Salmon's property tax bill "inexcusable" after the House passed version included an agricultural relief section later dropped by conferees. Wallace cited polls showing public support to preserve open lands through farmer tax breaks.
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Montpelier
UPI
Vermont Farm Bureau
Vermont
Senate
Keith Wallace
Cale
Guy
Thomas Salmon
Wallace
Salmon
House Committee of
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Nancy Hagelberg
Olympia, Wash
Washington State Public Utilities Commission
Pacific Northwest Bell
Griffin Electric
Gibson Appliances
Griffin Electric Co., Inc
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Benningto
Pillsbury Flour
Turkeys
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River Valley
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Wiemilus Eles
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