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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1976
Page
4
Nebraska farmers discuss farm policy as elections approach. Dr E Peterson notes target prices, grain reserves, and the influence of consumer and labor groups. Debates focus on disaster payments versus expanding crop insurance under the 1973 act.
The Nebraska Grain Improvement Association and Nebraska Association of FFA announce 1976 grain show dates. Shows and contests occur December 10 at Gateway Auditorium Lincoln, December 14 Northeast Community College Norfolk, December 15 H Activities Building Clay Center, and December 16 North Platte Station. Entries require five pounds of grain.
Delegates from three countries at a Washington seminar sponsored by Great Plains Wheat Inc say world wheat remains tight for the long term. Experts warn weather and input costs could hinder self sufficiency as global demand grows, with China and Latin America highlighted as influential factors.
Weather favors early harvest with moisture readings in the mid teens. Clarke McNary tree distribution totals over three million for spring planting, featuring windbreak and broadleaf varieties. Dairymen and cattle feeders to be honored at a November luncheon, and a two day milk marketing conference is planned for December at the Washington Hilton.
A farmer allocates 26 hours annually to work five acres to grow the food and fiber needed for one American for a year. The note highlights labor intensity in agricultural production and its impact on household food supply.
A study shows it takes 37 gallons of fuel and 185 kilowatts of electricity to produce the food and fiber on five acres of farmland. The analysis highlights energy use in modern farming and the resource mix required for crop and fiber yields across a typical small parcel.
The JSDA notes welfare funds dominate the USDA budget with nearly 65 percent directed to welfare programs. The department's total outlays approach 13 billion dollars this fiscal year.
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