Change At USDA Transition Underway At Department
The change at the U S Department of Agriculture began as outgoing and incoming farm chiefs attended a reception for employees. Rep Bob Bergland and his wife Helen stood with Agriculture Secretary John Knobel and his wife Zeno as they moved through the receiving line. The two men later confer beneath the department seal.
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Wisner Sees Mixed Markets for 1977 Agriculture Output
Ames AP report quotes Iowa State extension economist Robert Wisner predicting a mixed year for farmers in 1977 with narrow hog profits, drier-than-usual weather, and large wheat and soybean market influences. Weather will shape corn prices. pork supplies likely rise before easing. overall income prospects are uneven across crops and livestock.
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Bergland Holds Hope For No Farm Production Controls
Agriculture Secretary-designee Bergland says he doubts farm production controls will be needed in coming years despite wheat stocks rising toward a one billion bushel surplus. He favors storing surplus or using a reserve rather than restricting planting. He notes world weather and demand influence grain stocks and prices and plans to place his farm in a blind trust while serving. He spoke with Carter aides during transition and will attend a holiday department event before returning to Roseau, Minnesota.
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