America Hope Spelled Out by Soviet Emigre Dr Joffe
Dr Joseph Joffe, Russian emigrant and former economics professor, addressed the state Jaycees Outstanding Young Farmers banquet, arguing that American strength sustains freedom for Russians and that the Soviet regime, not the Russian people, is the main enemy. He condemned collective farming, described famine under communism, and urged farmers to protect the family farm and American freedom.
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Ag board begins search for new DATCP secretary
The state Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection started selecting a new DATCP secretary from 21 applicants in a nationwide search after La Verne Ausman resigned. Deputy John Cottingham acts until a March or April hire. Chair Louis Wysocki said most applicants are Wisconsin residents with some out of state candidates. The board will meet February 6 to rate candidates and narrow the list to six to ten for interviews.
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John Cottingham
Louis Wysocki
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Inspection cuts threaten Wisconsin food safety program
The Wisconsin Agriculture Department warns further cuts to meat and dairy inspectors could jeopardize the food safety program. Norm Kirschbaum cites a five year loss of 48 positions reducing inspectors as budget cuts bite. The DATCP seeks eight more inspectors. another audit urges more milking time inspections, with current milking time coverage disputed.
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Budget Cuts Hit Erosion Control Hard in Wisconsin
Wisconsin budget shortfall forces a 55 county erosion control programs near halt. DATCP reduction of 2.4 million for 1985-87 slashes proposed 2.7 million program to 1.25 million. Governor Earl orders across the board cuts. the erosion initiative aims for statewide soil loss goals by 2000 but will struggle to meet them.
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Anthony Earl
DATCP
State Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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