Pesticides in livestock probe hits Aurelia area
Federal investigators probe how a dangerous pesticide contaminated corn at a Washta Washta Washta pile and possibly fed Bryant Beef hogs and cattle. Cargill denies Washta grain reached Alta and Bryant Beef. Bryant Beef seeks 25 million in damages.
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World conditions to influence Iowa crop prices this spring
Iowa State University economist Robert Wisner says global crop conditions will increasingly affect Iowa corn and soybean prices in the coming months. He expects modestly higher corn prices into early summer due to world grain stocks, while record oilseed supplies may temper soybean prices. He notes Carter’s anti inflation program could modestly temper grain prices this spring.
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Kirkwood seeks farm work for Nigerian students
Kirkwood Community College requests family farm work experience placements in the Cedar Rapids area this spring for two Nigerian students in the agri business and natural resources program. They will return to Nigeria this summer as government extension officers. The pair have strong technical training but limited hands on machinery experience. Placement needed April 21 to May 30. Contact Barrie Swinbank at 398 5524.
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Grassley Pushes Lower Discount Rate for Farm Loans
Rep. Charles Grassley urges the Federal Reserve to lower agricultural loan discount rates to ease credit restrictions. He notes farmers face seasonal market volatility and risks of catastrophe for the 1980 crop season if action is not taken within two months.
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