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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1976
Page
4
Washington (UPI) A USDA Soviet agriculture expert says the outlook for the 1976 winter grain crop in the Soviet Union improved in January. He contrasts this with the American winter wheat crop being below normal due to drought as of February 1.
A Kansas education group warns that urban consumer ignorance about farming jeopardizes future policy on reserves and livestock rebuilding. The report links this gap to failures in consumer education and calls for stronger agricultural understanding to avert broader economic risks.
Farm input costs rise sharply as fertilizer and feed prices surge. A recent report notes a marked increase in essential materials impacting grain and oat production and farm budgets.
State labor officials warn new federal housing rules for farm workers could limit job referrals. An estimated 700 on farm housing units in Nebraska must be inspected and approved before workers can be referred for jobs.
Supt David V Gilsdorf of the Platte County Weed Control Authority warns seed sales must exclude doxious weeds like Bindweed leafy spurge Canada Scotch mud and plumeless thistles Russian Knapweed Johnson grass puncture vine hoary alyssum peppergrass or bur igweed. Labels are required and available from the Department of Agriculture after approval. Prices listed include purity test 3 germination test 3 50 and complete tests. Seed testing requires two pounds for some crops three to seven ounces for others. Samples must be packed in strong containers with seed sample sheets and sent first class with payment by money order or check. Contact State Seed Service Lincoln No 68502 or the Platte Center county weed control office for details. A new seed cleaner was purchased and is expected to pay dividends for sowing clean seed. Phone Platte Center 246-2935 for an appointment.
In Seattle UPI reports the Chester White Boar called Oink is exercised on center grounds while staff fear his departure. Ewing notes the animal lightens daily monotony as the center prepares to move him.
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