Farmer Leadership and Cooperation Urged in County
County agent Burleson of Washington County champions farmer organization to secure parity and protection. He notes cooperatives boosted cotton pricing and urges leadership to mobilize participation, stressing that farming communities must act to avoid serfdom while his clubs and cotton classes gain state recognition.
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Iself
Washington County
A. and M
Burleson
College Station
Uniform Methods Of BVCCA Liked In Grimes County
In marketing cotton farmers vary in negotiating price but the Brazos Valley Co op uses a uniform method to value member cotton. The co op buys two thirds of lint produced, offering consistent sale value with no price bidding.
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Grimes County
Brazos Valley
Grimes County Honors Longtime Agent Altgelt
County agent of Grimes county since 1933 and former superintendent of a large sugar plantation in Cuba, Mr. Altgelt, born in San Antonio and A. and M. College alumnus of 1912, earned football letterman status. He is praised for his fairness and popularity among farmers in Grimes county.
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Grimes County
San Antonio
M. College
West Texas
Cuba
Local cotton co op earns farmer trust through quality sales
Mr. Smith’s Acala sale last Thursday sets a record in grade staple and price, guiding comparisons for local farmers. The Brazos Valley Cotton Co op built on private initiative to serve its patrons, winning widespread farmer cooperation and confidence after years of steady effort.
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Brazos Valley
Fair Price Promise from Local Cotton Cooperative
The Brazos Valley Cotton Cooperative offers year round fair pricing based on each farmer’s cotton grade and staple. County agents support widespread farm organizations including 4-H Pig clubs and Better Cotton clubs, urging farmer unity to influence legislation and protect farmer interests.
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Texas
Burleson County
Texas Agricultural Association
Brazos Valley Cotton Cooperative Association
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