Growing Degree Days Used to Measure Crop Development
Crop development relies on growing degree days calculated by subtracting 50 from the day's mean temperature with negative results treated as zero. The note also references stress categories for poultry and swine, and includes the Kansas road condition hotline 511.
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FAA Shutdown Deepens as Subsidy Clash Divides Congress
Washington AP reports the FAA partial shutdown centers on a $16 million air service subsidy fight, masking broader Democrat Republican power struggles in Congress. Four thousand FAA workers furloughed, 200 construction projects halted, 70,000 private jobs affected, with $30 million daily loss in uncollected ticket taxes and potential $1.2 billion shortfall if unresolved by September. Critics say some communities benefit unfairly. supporters warn of broader bargaining leverage for future cuts. Senator Chuck Schumer condemns hostage tactics, while Rep. John Mica argues spending restraint is justified amid partisan standoff.
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Healthy eating study shows diet costly for many Americans
A Health Affairs analysis of a King County Washington survey finds meeting dietary guidelines raises annual costs, with potassium and fiber adding about 380 dollars. Researchers urge government aid and note price barriers in food assistance, as higher spend correlates with nearer guideline adherence.
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Oklahoma woman links famed hijacker to her uncle
Oklahoma City woman Marla Cooper says her uncle Lynn Doyle Cooper may have been D B Cooper, the unidentified hijacker who parachuted with 200000 in 1971. She recounted a Thanksgiving memory to the FBI, while agents say the case remains open with new leads under review.
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