Record corn in US storage reaches new June high
The Agriculture Department reports June 1 corn stockpiles at 3.85 billion bushels, up 39 percent from last year and a seasonal record. 2.71 billion bushels, about 70 percent, are stored on farms, a 49 percent rise. 1.49 billion bushels, 39 percent, are under government control via CCC ownership and price support loans. Other crops listed include sorghum 380 million, oats 152 million, barley 149 million, wheat 1.16 billion, and soybeans 658 million with varying changes.
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Agriculture Department
Commodity Credit Corp
Rainy stretch expected this week in Twin Cities weather
National Weather Service forecasters in the Twin Cities say the week will bring near normal temperatures with a daily risk of showers and thunder showers from Thursday through Saturday.
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National Weather Service
Twin Cities
Two area youths named to state 4-H youth leaders council
Beth Everts of Eau Claire and Carl Hendrickson of Beldenville were elected to the state Youth Leaders 4-H Council. Both 17 and active in 4-H projects, they will serve as liaisons between local and state programs for two years. Everts plans a Washington visit and emphasizes 4-H for city youths. Hendrickson focuses on promoting 4-H, listening to suggestions, and sharing with the right people.
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State
4-H Youth Leaders Council
State Youth Leaders 4-H Council
Beth Everts
Eau Claire
Carl Hendrickson
Beldenville
Pierce County
Miss Everts
Jim
Lois Everts
Washington, D. C
Mr. Hendrickson
Corliss
Winona Hendrickson
Chippewa Falls Farm To Host July 1 Forage Field Day
A Chippewa Falls area farm near County Trunk T and Highway 29 will host a Forage Field Day on July 1 starting at 10 a.m. The event will feature haulage harvesting equipment and several speakers including Roger Springman from UW Madison on conservation tillage planter display and Ron Doersch from UW Agronomy on alfalfa management and pest control. Pest doctors will identify weed insect and plant disease problems affecting alfalfa.
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Chippewa Falls Farm
Custer Farm
Highway 29
Chippewa County
Roger Springman
Uw-Madison Soils Department
Ron Doersch
Agronomy Department
Eau Claire Junior Fair Adds Commercial Exhibits
Eau Claire County Junior Fair opens July 15 to 18 with indoor booths eight by six feet at 30 dollars and outdoor space priced per front foot with a 24 dollar minimum. A five percent commission on gross over the counter sales applies. food stands cannot compete with existing fair vendors. Local groups receive priority. exhibitors must maintain their spaces. Contact Marge Kohlhepp or the County Extension Office for details.
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Eau Claire County
Fair Commission
Marge Kohlhepp
Eau Claire
A Dog Named Bebe Enjoys Rural 10 Mile Ride
Dianne Brown of Strum on Rt. 1 shares a tale of her canine companion Bebe taking a 10 mile bike ride along a quiet rural road southwest of Allen in Eau Claire County, showcasing rural pet companionship.
Farmers urged tougher soil conservation amid erosion fears
Madison a Illinois agricultural experts warn many farmers neglect soil protection due to economic pressure. Only about 25 percent adopt erosion controls, say Ackermann, as the debate over mandatory practices and county level funding for water projects continues at the ASAE convention.
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University of Illinois
William Ackermann
Ronald Page
Washington, D.C
U.S. Soil Conservation Service
Pig spared as police rescue renamed Loretta in Illinois
In Chicago and Kankakee a 200 pound pig saved from being slaughtered was placed in Anti-Cruelty Society care. Police stopped three assailants while one fled. no charges filed as three claimed the pig belonged to the fourth. Loretta was given to a local farmer as a pet.
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Loretta
Chicago
Anti-Cruelty Society
Miss Piggy
the Society
Kankakee
Ms. Oliver
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