Crop forecasts stay strong despite hurricane and drought
The Agriculture Department reported that major crops corn rice soybeans and cotton remain above average or near record levels despite Hurricane Rita reducing cane sugar output and drought. Corn is projected near a record second harvest, soybeans near 3 billion bushels, and cotton up modestly, with prices easing from September projections.
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Governor backs farm labor bill amid Yakima divide
Gov. Christine Gregoire endorses the Agrobs act to legalize farm workers with 100 days since 2003 and potential green cards after 360 more days. The measure aims to fix shortages, streamline H-2A visas, ensure wages and benefits, and reduce paperwork amid local disputes in Washington’s Yakima Valley.
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Lawmakers and dairy farmers clash over MILC program end
Washington lawmakers and dairy farmers fight over the Milk Income Loss Contract program as a Senate bill stalls over Western objections. The expired MILC paid farmers when prices fell, with concern that prices may drop again and threaten small Northeast and Midwest producers.
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Deception Trap Flusters Declarer In Bridge Hand
In a South dealer bridge problem East sets a trap to mislead the declarer. West starts with a king of hearts, East dumps jack then eight hearts to mislead. Declarer loses two trumps and goes down as West shows out. Tomorrow: Bidding quiz.
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