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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1972
Page
2
A farm advisory column urges double checking wiring and load limits as cold weather raises fire and equipment risks. It also covers winter beef cow nutrition, weight management, and planning for early feeding and proper protein and vitamins, plus notices of upcoming meetings and leadership events.
Boar sales at Nebraska test stations have been scheduled for February and March. Dr William Ahlschiede of the University of Nebraska Lincoln notes sales begin at specified test stations with about 40 to 30 boars offered at each sale. Boars have been tested for growth rate feed conversion and carcass quality. Sales are open to the public for breeders and commercial producers seeking meatiness and efficiency improvements in next year’s crop.
PCA lenders in Iowa Nebraska South Dakota and Wyoming reported a record year loaning nearly 1.3 billion to farmers and ranchers. The figure comes from the Federal Intermediate Credit Bank of Omaha which supports 40 PCAs and several agricultural credit corporations in the Omaha Farm Credit District. Iowa led with 558 million followed by Nebraska 46.9 million South Dakota 219 million and Wyoming 25 million.
The outlook projects a moderate rise in overall farm income for 1972 amid shifts in crop and livestock markets. Soybean growers may benefit from tight supplies, while wheat and feed grains face weak prices due to large carryovers, and meat demand could stabilize prices despite higher supplies. Government payments and tax credits are expected to bolster net income, with livestock and crop prospects evolving as adjustments in supplies occur.
Platte County and Nebraska receive increased REAP allocations totaling 5.22 million dollars for 1972. Clarence Albracht notes funds will expand soil and water conservation and pollution prevention efforts to meet 1978 water quality standards. ASC officials cite a strong farmer response and state allocations pending final figures.
Washington reports the Agriculture Department estimates the 1971 corn crop value at a record 6.784 billion dollars including 803 million in subsidies. The rise accompanies a drop in prices and reflects strong production volumes, with corn returns totaling about 1.47 dollars per bushel when subsidies are counted.
Michael Birkel of David City, a Buster County farmer, earned a Southeast Nebraska record with 205.33 bushels per acre in the West Bushel Buster program sponsored by NC plus Hybrids. He led the corn on Del 28 at 15.5 percent moisture, with about 25,000 plants per acre. The program promotes higher yields, sharing solutions, and recognizing individual effort, with Birkel receiving a wall plate at an awards luncheon.
Platte County Extension agent Trebert Voboril announced a beef cow calt clinic for January 4 at Kinbal near Humphrey. The program, sponsored by Midwest Breeders Cooperative and University of Nebraska Extension Service, covers herd management goals, performance measures, and AI for herd improvement.
The Nebraska Dairy Fieldman Conference opens with Dairying Today as the lead topic. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at the Nebraska Center. Sessions cover abnormal milk, palittler control, dairy farm inspections, and the Manufacturing Milk Act. University of Nebraska Lincoln researchers join industry reps and regulators as resources.
Platte County Soil and Water Conservation District urges farmers to install windbreaks or shelterbelts with evergreens. SCS technicians at the Federal Land Bank building in Columbus can help with planting, and government cost share payments through the ASCS office make the effort inexpensive. Conifer plantings benefit wildlife in winter and birds in summer, with the lowest priced landscape improvement. District conservationalist Phil Rickey warns some species may be in short supply and urges prompt contact with SCS technicians.
US Agriculture Department and FDA enact new DES regulations set to begin January 9 requiring a seven day withdrawal for cattle and sheep fed the synthetic hormone. Mandatory producer certification accompanies the rule to ensure compliance and protect consumers from residues in liver tissue.
Agriculture Secretary Bulz, who pledged to raise farm spending where needed, now approved roughly 660 million dollars more than planned. The move, prompted by senators and governors, includes up to 200 million more for food stamp benefits, 175 million or more for idle wheat growers, and 100 million in rural electric loans. Additional subsidies for conservation, a corn purchase program, pesticide management, and a free public-use land initiative are part of the expanded outline, with further 4.9 billion for rural telephone loans reportedly approved.
Nixon calls for new rural development credit legislation aimed at expanding the Farmers Home Administration program. White House support sharpens prospects for a major bill this year, with Senate and House Agriculture panels ready to act and to adapt a compromise. The plan seeks millions of new rural jobs and enhanced community services to draw people from crowded cities.
Lincoln reports on University of Nebraska Lincoln agricultural engineering research using computer analysis to model grain drying and storage, optimize moisture and temperature factors, and design efficient feed rations. The program promises farmer benefits by predicting performance and enabling precise, cost effective decisions.
Lincoln Nebraska 4 H Leaderz will host 23 Idea Days to explore innovative and creative approaches for 4 H duly programs. Sessions in Columbus and other areas feature county and state Extension staff, with talks on new projects, updated formats, and community pride. A special feature includes an author event and a luncheon funded by Ak Sar Ben leadership development funds to support district meetings.
Several hundred thousand board feet of timbers, plywood, and wood products will back the construction of Chicago's 109story Sears Tower, poised to be the world's tallest building. The project showcases heavy use of wood products in a record skyscraper.
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