Farmland values rise in Wisconsin outpace peers
Wisconsin farmland surged 19 percent in the year to April 3, led the upper Midwest as prices climbed while Illinois slipped two percent. The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago survey of 600 bankers cited higher commodity prices and fewer sales as factors. Farmers accounted for about 80 percent of land sales, with nonfarm buyers at roughly 14 percent.
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Minnesota State Fair Seeks Talent for 1979 Contest
The sixth annual Minnesota State Fair amateur contest offers a $1,000 grand prize and a featured attraction slot at the 1979 fair. Auditions occur in July and early August at the Bandshell, with 20 junior and 90 senior finalists advancing to Aug 24–Sept 4 finals. Cash awards total $3,500. State Fair, St Paul, MN 55108, 612-645-2781.
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