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Country Today

Location

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1985

Page

26

Small farms grow in number as big declines continue

Purdue agr economist R L Kohls notes 50 acres or less farms rose 17 percent in 1982, while total U S farms declined by over 16 600 from 1978 to 1982. Many small operators rely on off farm income, yet contribute to rural communities and 4 H.

U.S R.L. Kohls Purdue University Ag North Carolina Kohls Economist Mr. Kohls

January food prices show relief for budgets

UW Extension economists report steady poultry and beef supplies and stable to lower prices in January. Loin steaks may be heavily advertised as wholesale prices have fallen about 15 cents per pound. Fresh vegetables and canned goods vary. tomatoes and raisins are plentiful with favorable prices, while corn, beans, and peas rise.

Cautions on Using Portable Heaters Warned by UW Extension Expert

UW Extension housing specialist John Merrill urges careful use of portable heaters. He cautions buyers to select safety listed electric models, follow instructions, keep water and flammables away, never transport while on, and avoid leaving children or sleeping with the heater on. For fuel heaters kerosene natural gas and propane must be vented and handled with care.

John Merrill Uw-Extension Merrill

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