Planting Season Nears End Is Us Agronomy Report
M Most of the 1971 corn crop is in the ground with only a few acres left to plant. May 26 report from University of Illinois agronomists details area by area conditions from Southern to Northern Illinois including corn stands, weed issues, replanting, and upcoming sorghum planting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Us Agronomy
Urbana
Minois
Illinois
University of Ilinois Area Agronomists
George McKibben
U. of 1
Dixon Springs Agricultural Center
Simpson
McKibben
Dale Millis
U. of IL
Carbondale
Millis
Arden Christiansen
U. of I. Area Acronomist
Carrol Chambliss
U. of L
Macomb
Chambliss
Mulvaney
U. of I
DeKalb
Wonderful Feeling Inspires Senior Upbeat Spirit
A fragmented obituary style item reflects on a senior student’s uplifting mood and community celebration. The readable text hints at a positive attitude, teamwork, and local support driving a sense of pride, with emphasis on resilience and collective cheer.
Dr H F Robinson Named To Board Of Central Bank
Dr Howard F Robinson of North Carolina A and T State University Greensboro is named director at large on the Central Bank for Cooperatives board effective June 1 by Farm Credit Admin Governor E A Jaenke. He will serve until December 31 1972 and brings rural cooperative experience to the Washington based board which oversees loans to farmer cooperatives across 12 districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Howard F. Robinson
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Greensboro
Central Bank For Cooperatives’ Board of
E. A. Jaenke
Farm Credit Administration
Federal Farm Credit Board
Jaenke
Robinson
Dr. Robinson
University
Institute For Research In Human Resources
T. State University
University of Illinois
Ohio State University
Institute For Research On Poverty
International Association of Agricultural Economics
International Conference of Agricultural Economists
Minsk
Russia
Federal Land Banks
Federal Land Bank Associations
Federal Intermediate Credit Banks
When Farming Was the Game Poem Reflects Learning's Growth
An old verse contrasts traditional farming life with modern education. It laments lost fields to concrete and education’s rise, urging plow-like effort to cultivate minds. The piece affirms enduring values as learning becomes the new food of the heart and head.
Elkhorn 4 H Achievement Night Hosted by Homemakers
The Elkhorn Extension Unit hosted an achievement night at Lincoln School for Sterling Cloverettes and Little Clovers 4 H Club members and their mothers. Demonstrations covered towels and wash cloth ponchos, neck scarfs, and plastic placemats with prizes awarded for camp and a poncho door prize. Members displayed sewing projects, chicken cutting, and ceramic items while refreshments followed.
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Elkhorn Homemakers Extension Unit
Sterling Cloverettes
Little Clovers
Lincoln School
Sue Pool
Mary Sangery
Diane Davis
Terri Jamison
Edward Fassler
Elkhorn Homemakers
Catherine Hodge
Bryan Long
Julie Dickey
Sterling Cloveretts
Debbie Fritz
Anita Wolker
Lynn Schuler
Pam Martin
Wendy Sikkema
Cindy Kehlenberger
4H Club
4 H
4-H
Elkhorn
Sterling Cloverettes Club
Marion Fritz
William King
Little Clovers Club
Miller
Sears
Robert Mar
New Pool Opens at White Eagle 4H Camp with Day Camp Plans
The Northern Illinois 4 H Camping Association unveils a modern 28 by 60 pool at White Eagle 4 H Camp on Leaf River near Adel ine on a 125 acre site plus a 7 acre lake for boating and fishing. The facility features two diving boards underwater lights and a new bath house funded by camper fees. Day Camp at White Pines State Park on June 12 will include crafts nature hikes skating and athletic activities with leaders Mrs. Maresh Prendergast Plock and extension advisers.
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White Eagle
Stanley R. Eden
Ogle County
Eden
Leaf River
Adeline
Northern Illinois
Illinois
Ralph H. Burke
Park Ridge
Cheeseman Construction Company
Freeport
White Pines
Betty Maresh
Betty Prendergast
Louis Plock
Montmorency Swingers 4H Club Meets May 20 at Pool Farm
Montmorency Swingers 4H Club held a May 20 meeting at the Pool farm south of Rock Falls. Plans discussed include attending camp and a bake sale as a fundraising project. Annette Justin and Kim Malnix won free camp trips. The June 8 achievement night will feature Sue Crenshaw as senior speaker, Chris Green as senior demonstrator, Paula Poci as junior speaker, and Debbie Lily as junior demonstrator.
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Montmorency Swingers 4H
Pool Farm
Rock Falls
Chris Green
Annette Justin
Kim Malnix
Sue Crenshaw
Paula Poci
Debbie Lily
Cooking and Knitting Club Notes at Local Meeting
Mrs. Lloyd Geiger led a cooking session while Mrs. William King guided a knitting circle at the community gathering. Attendees shared techniques, recipes, and project progress in a brief, homey afternoon event.
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Lloyd Geiger
William King
Vocation agriculture teachers rally to train youth for agri careers
More than 11,000 vocation agriculture teachers are guiding students toward agri business careers in the United States. The effort supports local vo ag programs and fosters hands on learning in farming and related industries.
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United States
Added Incentive From New Health And Safety Law
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 took effect April 28 promising safety standards for employers in interstate commerce. Farmers with reasonably safe operations may be less affected. agriculture rules will evolve over the next years with input from safety groups and a federal and state oversight framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanley R. Eden
Ogle County
Secretary of Labor Authority
Federal Register
Eden
U.S. Court of Appeals
Acreage Reports Sought for 1971 Crop Insurance
Farmers insured under the USDA all risk Federal Crop Insurance are urged to file 1971 acreage reports promptly after planting. Illinois acting director Michael J. O Connell notes the 50 percent corn liability increase is county based and all 1971 corn acreage is insured. Report by letter or phone to Federal Crop Insurance Corporation Freeport Illinois or Springfield for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
USDA
Michael J. O’connell
Illinois
O'Connell
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation
West South St
Freeport
Federal Crop Insurance
Uspo & Courthouse
Springfield
Holstein Excels In Food Production
Brattleboro Vermont report on Evergreen Lawn Farm Tampico noting a 305 day yield of 19 320 pounds of milk and 795 pounds of butterfat from a five year old Holstein steer registered with Oscar E Koenig and tested under state and national dairy programs. The article contrasts with US averages and mentions record recognition and safety reporting requirements for toxic substances in employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brattleboro
Dominion Debra
Oscar E. Koenig
Evergreen Lawn Farm
Tampico
Holstein-Friesian Association of America
U. S
Advisory Meat and Inspection Committee Meets
The National Meat and Poultry Inspection Advisory Committee met in Washington as Assistant Secretary Richard E. Lyng urged a closer Federal state relationship. He announced 44 state programs are certified at least equal to federal inspection and collaborating with USDA to ensure safety. Dr. Kenneth McEnroe outlined reorganization progress, forecasting improved Washington field communications and alignment with state programs. SBA detailed a new loan plan to help small packers upgrade plants to meet Wholesome Meat Act standards, with loans up to 30 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard E. Lyng
National Meat and Poultry Inspection Advisory
Washington
Lyng
USDA
Kenneth McEnroe
Consumer and Marketing Service
McEnroe
The
Small Business Administration
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Farm News
Christiansen
Brownstown
Central
Central Illinois
Page Oes U. of I
Agronomist
Les
Boone
Ilinois
Firestone Tire Center
aRee
Arco Chemical Company
Atlantic Richfield Company
Deer Grove
Morrison
RED Cross
H. F. Robinson
Central Bank
Chapman Bros
Sterling
Miller Street
Lee County
White Pines State Park
Montmorency
Goodyear
Deem
Rick
Philco Appliances
1St Ave
Holstein
Advisory Meat and Inspection Committee
Iteside FS Inc
2013Rd Ave
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