Speaker discusses branding and social change in modern economy
NM professor Catlett argues affluence branding and convenience drive society, with Internet tracking enabling farmers to build brand followings. He notes marketing loyalty will shift as people compare brands online, while convenience remains a priority in meals and everyday choices. The talk, co-sponsored by The Garden City Telegram and several state and federal bodies, explored women’s growing business leadership and a evolving consumer landscape.
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Western Kansas Broadcasting
Kansas Department of Commerce and Housing
United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development
Cattle win in Beef Empire Days mainstays show
Top 15 cattle were honored as feeders received cash prizes from 100 to 1000 dollars. Steer division led by a 1180-pound steer fed by H C Hitch Feedlor Inc and owned by Hitch Agribusiness. other placings went to Grant County Feeders Continental Beef L L C and Triangle H Grain and Cattle Co. Heifer division saw first to a 1118-pound heifer fed by Beefland owned by Charlie Angell. second to 1152-pound heifer fed by Kearny County Feeders. third to 1168-pound heifer fed by Thomas County Feeders Inc owned by Brown and Waterman. After judging, cattle moved to the IBP plant in Holcomb for Carcass Show preparations. The Earl C Brookover Memorial Award will go to the feeder ranking top in both shows. In Live Show, 158 steers and 134 heifers were entered to promote the beef industry through competition among feed yards.
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Hitch Agri-business
Grant County
Continental Beef
L.L.C
Triangle H. Grain and Cattle Co
Beefland
Irsik and Doll
Charlie Angell
Kearny County Feeders
Triangle H. Grain & Cattle Co
Thomas County Feeders Inc
Brown and Waterman
IBP
Holcomb
Fankhauser
Earl C. Brookover
Beef Empire Days
White House sets $5.5 billion cap for farmers bailout
Washington AP report says President Bush backs a $5.5 billion ceiling on additional farm aid for the current fiscal year. House Agriculture Committee members seek more from funds for 2002, while lawmakers insist on budget discipline to protect future permanent farm programs. The package targets grain, cotton, and other crops with calls for honey, cranberries, and apples also noted as potential beneficiaries.
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White House
House Agriculture Committee
Keith Williams
Mitch Daniels
Daniels
Congress
Texas
Charles Stenholm
Nent
Stenholm
Democrats push for more funds in education bill
The Senate approved a large education act stressing annual testing, reading programs, and grants while Democrats push for increased funding beyond Bush's request. Negotiations with the House will decide the final K-12 budget as leaders cite reform needs and accountability tied to test results.
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Tom Daschle
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U.S
Goteborg
Sweden
America
Trent Lott
R-Miss
White House
Edward Kennedy
Massachusetts
Kennedy
Judge Nyswonger To Leave Garden City Beach Court
Judge Nyswonger reflects on his seven year tenure in Garden City Beach and recounts long travel days between Syracuse and Lakin. He notes hearing diverse cases from divorces to organ transport, values fair treatment, and plans to relocate to Concordia with his wife Faith to remodel a home and spend time with grandchildren. His official last day is June 22.
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Nys
Wonger
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Concordia
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