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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1970
Page
4
In a December USDA report hog and pig numbers show fewer hogs on farms and small planned production rises, suggesting lower prices ahead though farrowings may grow modestly. The six month outlook points to 2 4 percent higher receipts if plans hold, while pork demand may weaken in 1970 amid inflation controls and job market pressures.
The Agriculture Department approves 12 new conservation and development planning projects across 12 states including Iowa. Local sponsors outline objectives to conserve soil and water, develop water resources, boost industrial growth, and expand educational and cultural opportunities. USDA planning assistance signals potential federal aid for local homelife uses.
Four Des Moines area hog farmers held to offer their $20,000 legislative appropriation in exchange for a plain explanation of why state government aims to undermine the industry. Iowa Park Producers Assn president John Soerholtz said members oppose “high level campaigns” to downgrade agriculture and cited moves to dissolve state affiliated farm groups and cut vocational education as steps to dry up farm youth training. The discussion touched headlines about a state emblem intended to erase the image of corn.
Sparse auction blurbs list close out sales for machinery livestock and grains at multiple rural addresses near Salem and Spring on various dates. Intervening paragraphs rail against removing Iowa pork marketing division and advocate protecting hog and farm jobs with possible self funding.
Des Moines reports Schochman had been reelected as head of the East Iowan NFO at the Iowa National Farmers Organization meeting in Des Moines confirming continued leadership and support.
Washington John W Ames outlines two federal tax filing options for calendar year farmers and two state tax choices. Farmers must estimate tax due and pay by Jan 18 or Feb 16, then file final returns by April 15 or January 15 respectively. The piece also notes Farm Coalition leaders pressing President Nixon for a meeting to discuss farm policy amid administration concerns.
Kitchell spoke as East Central Vet Speaker at a Towa MIOS board meeting, addressing small animal practice and tips. Officers Marvin Nissen and Henry had roles, with Frank Huss reporting treasurer duties, and Robert A. Anderson noted as secretary. A separate letter argued for policy change to aid farmers with new farm legislation and lower loan rates.
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