Prices of inputs to slow in 1978 says USDA official
Remarks by Robert D. Reinsel from the 1978 National Agricultural Outlook Conference describe slack demand and excess capacity pushing slower price rises for most inputs. Farmers face a cost price squeeze as income weakens, with loan scrutiny tightening and capital purchases down.
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Robert D. Reinsel
Economic Research Service
USDA
Washington, D.C
George D. Irwin
Farm Credit Administration
National Agricultural Outlook
Robert B. Phelps
Forester
Forest Service
Farm loan problems slight say lender officials
George D. Irwin of the Farm Credit Administration says since 1970 the FLBA and PCA loans have tripled, with delinquencies minimal and funding secure. He notes some refinancing and softer land prices ahead, predicting weaker demand for farm mortgage loans as farm income trends influence land turnover.
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FLBA
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PCA
Timber outlook tied to housing in 1977 78 demand
Forester Rob ert B Phelps of the USDA foresees housing activity as the main driver for timber demand especially softwood, plywood, particleboard and insulation boards. 1977 starts reach about 1.9 million units with three-quarters being single family, a record, while 1978 may slow to 1.7 1.8 million starts amid higher interest rates and scarce materials.
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