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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1981
Page
8
The National Weather Service expects above normal precipitation and temperatures over the next 30 days based on the latest outlook. Forecasters warn of wetter conditions and warmer days, potentially affecting travel and farming schedules across several regions.
Four livestock economists forecast cattle price increases into July with a surplus of beef likely by 1984 or 1985. They cite USDA inventory data showing faster herd growth and warn that demand strength is crucial to avoid a price bust, noting overweight and overfinished cattle as a key issue.
A reader who had mastectomies asks if romance is possible after losing self image while Abby advises joining the American Cancer Society to rebuild self esteem. A second letter rejects Abby's elderly gift picks, demanding more personal, whimsical vanity and criticizing the columnist.
A New York butter mountain foreshadows a nationwide dairy surplus as the United States stockpile tops 1 billion pounds. The article tracks how price supports raise farm profits, trigger federal purchases, and draw opposition from consumer groups and big buyers, with looming legislative action and possible reforms debated in Congress.
Grand champion steer shown by Lance Messerly of Webster City tops 272 entries at the Iowa Winter Beef Expo in Des Moines. Reserve steer goes to Stacey Gropper of Grinnell. High teams were Anita FFA, Franklin County 4-H and Iowa State. high individuals include Scott Craig, Eric Nichols, and Brant Mumm. Also noted are Maine Union and Murray Grey show results, USDA actions suspending Washington Livestock Auction and Victor Hog Buyers, Fayette County queen title, Little Miss Pigtail, Master Pork Producer Steven Kennon, and Make It with Lard pie sale.
Farmers are urged to use Crop-mate liquid over dry fertilizers to improve yields. The product promises uniform nutrient distribution across all field parts, enhancing crop performance and efficiency.
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