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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1969
Page
6
The University of Illinois conducts a five year study on 200 mature pigs to explore genetic and nutritional factors linked to atherosclerosis and its relation to body fat and muscle. Funded by the National Heart Institute, NIH, the project aims to model human cardiovascular disease, with pigs fed varying fat and protein levels over two years.
Washington report states sweet sorghums may become a viable sugar source. Agriculture officials note potential for new crop adoption, with researchers testing yields and processing methods under existing farm programs.
Rex Cann notes sorghum could supplement sugar if starch removal from sorghum juice improves. A USDA report foresees modest price support as corn supply concerns ease. Weather and crop prospects, plus a 25 million bushel carryover, influence prices, with egg per capita use also cited.
Washington AP reports top agriculture officials say American farmers will not surrender control of land capital or labor to corporate interests. Undersecretary J. Phil Campbell told a Medora North Dakota audience that family farms are here to stay despite skeptic arguments about growing corporate influence.
Washington AP report says the Agriculture Department announced a top level reorganization of federal meat and poultry inspection programs. Dr Robert K Somers will shift from Consumer Protection Division to a new post on August 1. He will be replaced by Dr Gilbert H Wise, formerly associate director of animal health for ARS since 1967. Further changes to the inspection services are expected.
National Livestock Feeders Association urged the Senate Finance Committee to keep the 7 percent investment credit for purchases up to 25 000 per year. G L Hadley said the credit supports newer equipment, offsets inflation, and aids rural communities and small towns by sustaining farm and small-business investment. Don F Magdanz noted the credit remains vital as agriculture faces inflation.
Washington reports that per capita turkey consumption last year averaged 7.9 pounds, down 1.7 pounds from the 1967 record. USDA notes the decline reflects shifting holiday demand and production patterns affecting national totals.
About 100 Cedar county 4-H members Thursday painted four beef barns, the horse barn, the 41 building and several other structures at the Cedar County fairground. The effort aims to brighten the fairground ahead of the Aug. 14 event.
NEW HAMPTON An open house and swine judging and grading contest at 3 p.m. will precede the sale of production tested boats July 24 at the Northeast Iowa swine testing station two miles south of New Hampton. Forty five Duroc Hampshire Poland China Spot and Yorkshire hours will be offered in the sale at p.m. according to Bob Trewin station manager.
Washington reports bold rise in low fat and skim milk sales. From 7.4 percent of total fluid milk in 1960 to 16.7 percent last year, and 183 percent in Jan-March this year, largely at whole milk expense. Cream items and milk blends shrink accordingly.
Washington reports FAA records place agricultural flying among the riskiest aviation areas while Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co says new safety devices cut pilot crash risk. A rubber fuel tank strengthened with metal fittings used in tires aims to reduce dangers in crop dusting and related operations.
Washington AP reports American farmers exported about 57 million acres in 1968, the fewest in a decade, with most declines tied to lower shipments of wheat and cotton. Exports totaled 7 million acres within 302 million harvested, contrasted with prior years, while total farm production reached a record high and per capita land use dropped to 1.2 acres.
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