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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1977
Page
9
Several hundred farmers and families rode farm implements and cars in a four mile parade from Arapahoe to Dawson to publicize farmers financial plight. Signs urged action with the slogan No profit no food as speakers called for aid to farmers.
Iowa agriculture officials doubt a nationwide farmers strike will take hold despite widespread frustration over low commodity prices. Secretary Rob ert H. Lounsberry says it may not gain attention, while Dean Kleckner and a soybean group spokesman note patience and adjustments may prevail as spring farming approaches.
Stutsman of Iowa City won supreme steer with a 1,200-pound Maine Anjou- Angus cross. Grand champions included Scott Stutsman’s Hereford and Angus steers, Brian Armstrong’s Shorthorn, and Martin Weeks’ supreme market barrow. Sale highlights saw spots and Durocs fetch top prices amid a 200k attendance.
At the Midwest Democratic Conference 250 leaders from 13 states heard criticism of Agriculture Secretary Bergland for not replacing former Republican policy. Delegates urge faster price support reforms and more progress on farm exports while noting Carter remains friendly to farmers. Stanislaw Skrowaczewski turns 54 today.
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