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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1977
Page
8
The farm parity ratio, an old gauge of farmers purchasing power, fell to 64 percent on Aug 15 from 65 in July, the lowest since 1933. USDA notes parity links to price supports and income trends, with 1975 and 1976 figures showing declines in net farm income and ongoing debate over its relevance.
Della Krug of Atkins swept three titles at the Mid-Iowa Hereford Assn annual field day and junior show, taking open champion, produce champion, and the girls division in the judging contest. Judges' placings were led by Don Faint, with 15 heifers exhibited despite heavy rain and audience of over 50.
Glenn Keppy of Davenport led the grand champion hog at Park Center, a 245 pound York shire-Duroc-Hampshire cross. Russell Brown of Anamosa took reserve champion at 210 pounds. In juniors, Chuck Eienfelt Durant claimed the champion 245 pound Hampshire, with Craig Juergens Wilton as reserve at 220 pounds. Jolene Keppy Wilton and Tina Keppy Wilton chaired production show champions for FFA and 4-H respectively, with strong growth rates. The event drew 19 production and 81 open entries, plus 22 junior and 59 senior hogs. Anamosa FFA won judging with 444 points. other top teams listed. Delaware county 4-H elects eight members Sept 17 at West Delaware gym. Sen. Robert Dole named distinguished citizen of agriculture. Milk Producers Federation notes 1,872 new members this year.
Stately wheat stalks reach toward the autumn sun as harvest winds down for this year’s crop.
Severe borer damage threatens Iowa fields as unusual weather creates a third generation. Entomologist Harold Stockdale notes moths appeared early, egg laying surged in late August, risking the largest corn borer population since 1949 and urging rapid harvest to limit losses.
A packed schedule includes Soil and Water Conservation Week observances September 11 to 18, the Iowa Grain and Feed Association convention September 11 to 13 in Des Moines, and the National Barrow Show September 12 to 14 in Austin Minnesota. Numerous county Farm Bureaus host meetings, judging, tastings, and tours across Keosauqua, Maquoketa, Adel, and beyond, with speakers from federal and state agencies and extension staff.
Illinois health officials warn of rising swine erysipelas cases in western Illinois this summer. Hogs lose appetite and show illness such as low mood stiffness and fever with sudden deaths reported in several herds.
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