Drought insured farmers gain while taxpayers bear costs
The federal crop insurance system shifts drought risk to taxpayers as farmers and insurers profit from payouts. Tom Zacharias, president of National Crop Insurance Services, says some winners emerge among corn and soybean farmers amid higher prices and yields, while Craig Cox notes taxpayers shoulder much of the risk.
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Drought Impacts Area Farmers Seen With New Help
Farmers endure water shortages and crop stress as drought tightens in the region. Officials outline relief measures and guidance to help farmers weather the conditions and regain potential profitability.
Congress unlikely to move much before November
Congress faces a short post recess window with only about 13 working days left before the elections. The House and Senate return September 10 after a five week break and campaigns will curb legislative activity through October. A last minute budget CR seems the likely only major action before fiscal year end.
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Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett probes why curbside pickups fell 672 tons to 18 529 in the year ending June 30 2012 from 19 201 tons the prior year a 3 5 percent drop. He notes the one year Garbys program anniversary and suggests container design may influence recycling.
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