Governor mulls rural issues in Wisconsin session
Governor Earl weighs a Rural Development Council and aims to coordinate state economic programs with public and private input. The commission backs tax credits for farmland, faster land value recognition, a one cent sales tax for property tax relief, and an Agricultural Council. Federal initiative support and a $300,000 FmHA package plus a state guaranteed loan program aided farmers, processing $244 million in loans and 741 spring operating loans totaling $10 million.
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Dairy milk price to drop again on July first
Washington reports that the second 50 cent cut in the dairy support price will take effect next Monday July 1. Agriculture Secretary John Block is expected to announce the cut from 11.81 to 11.31 per hundredweight for 3.5 percent butterfat milk, the final authorized reduction this year. The National Cattlemen's Association Region 3 meets June 28 at the Don Q Inn with tours planned for June 29. banquet tickets due June 21.
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Agriculture commission members discuss proposals
Commission members described how bills already shaping in the Legislature and pending ideas will influence Wisconsin farming. They credited the commission with adding funds to Farmland Preservation and the operating loan program, which helped farmers secure $244 million in loans this year. They urged action in the 1985 Farm Bill and called for education funding reform to reduce reliance on property taxes.
Daylong farm demos push forage options and protein quality
The Kestell operation plans broader contracts and efficiency gains to boost dairy income. They report last year's second crop with 22 percent protein selling up to 100 dollars per ton, but note limits from harvest timing and labor. They aim to reduce risk by diversification including embryo transfers and TMR mixing while maintaining strong Holstein production.
UW-Madison plant pathology lab to begin charging fees
Beginning July 1 the Plant Pathogen Detection Laboratory at the University of Wisconsin Madison Plant Pathology Department will charge fees for examining samples. Charges apply even if a diagnosis is not possible or the submission is improper. Proper submission through county extension offices is urged. county agents can forward samples when not diagnosed locally.
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