Embargo On Oilseed Exports To Ease Feed Costs
The Nixon administration ordered an immediate embargo on exports of high protein soybeans and other oilseed products to curb soaring livestock feed costs. Agriculture Secretary Earl L. Butz called it drastic and not lightly taken, estimating about 30 million bushels of soybeans saved and potentially worth $300 million at current prices. Trade futures reacted as trading halted on soybeans, soybean oil and meal, while officials framed the move as protecting American consumers amid foreign trade pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Kendall
Associated Press
Wester Washington
Nixon
Agriculture
Earl L. Butz
Chicago Board of Trade
Wheat harvest lagging due to late spring across plains
A weekly weather report from the Agriculture Department notes Texas harvest at 41 percent complete by last weekend, down from 72 percent a year earlier. Oklahoma hail damage at 56 percent versus 75 percent usual. Kansas harvest at a fraction of the 34 percent average. The five top farm products by cash receipts are cattle, milk, hogs, corn, and soybeans.
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Washington
Gres Plains
Segg
Agriculture Department
Department
Texas
Oklahoma
Kansas
Australia Argentina cattlemen Build Herds for World Markets
U.S. producers face higher costs as Australia and Argentina expand their herds to meet rising world beef demand. The Agriculture Department projects greater meat supply for Europe Japan and North America, with Australia and Argentina accounting for a growing share of exports. Fresh Argentine beef faces import bans due to foot and mouth disease, though canned Argentine meat flows freely. Australia’s beef output rises from 2.4 to 3.4 billion pounds (1971–1973), while Argentina climbs from 4.4 to 5.4 billion pounds, vs U.S. 22.9 billion pounds in 1972.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Kendall
Washington (Ap
Cate Nemen
Australia
Argentina
U.S
Agriculture Department
Europe
Japan
North America
New Zealand
Larry E. Stenswick
Foreign Agricultural Service
New York
London
Agricultural meetings listed for Weld County area notices
Tribune’s community notice lists upcoming agricultural events. June 25 Weld County Ag Council meeting at 8 am at Farm Bureau office in Greeley includes officer elections. June 30 Laugh and Learn 4-H Club paper drive 9 am to 4 pm at Greeley Albertsons and Steele Grocery Eaton. July 1o Colorado Riders Saddle Club O-Mok-See 8 am near junction of Colo 52 and US 85 Fort Lupton. July 13-44 Colorado Junior Angus Association Golden Trend show and field day Ken Caryl Ranch near Littleton.
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the Tribune
Weld County Ag Council
Farm Bureau
Greeley
Dune
la Grange
Colorado Riders
Saddle Club
Fort Lupton
Ken Caryl Ranch
Littleton
New FHA loans aid rural youth under 21 in farming projects
The Farmers Home Administration starts a loan program letting rural residents under 21 obtain financing for income producing youth projects linked to 4 H, Future Farmers of America and similar groups. Loans go directly to the youth with a personal promissory note, six percent interest, and no set maximum, likely up to about 5000 dollars. Applicants must show need, market feasibility, and obtain agency and parental/advisor recommendations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Home Administration
FHA
4-H
Future Farmers of America
Future Homemakers of America
Len French
Leroy Cruz
VHA
Meat shortage looming in Colorado this summer
The Associated Press reports Colorado meat packers warn of a near term shortage as production cuts deepen. Pepper Packing Co. slaughters fell from 950 to 800 daily while Wilhelm Foods halts beef slaughtering and dread shutdowns extend to cattle feeding. Prices and government price freezes amplify losses, with layoffs and plant slowdowns across Denver, Rocky Ford, Fort Morgan, Pueblo, and Loveland as producers warn of an escalating shortage within months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Colorado Meat Packers
Marvin Pepper
Denver-based
Pepper Packing Co
Pepper
Nixon
David Wilhelm
Wilhelm Foods Inc
Denver
Wilhelm
Rocky Ford
Fort Morgan
Greeley Mat Cn
Pueblo
Alpha Beta Acne Packing Division
Alpha Beta Acne Markets Inc
Iverson Named Environmental VP at Great Western Sugar
Clair H. Iverson was promoted from chief engineer to vice president of environmental affairs at Great Western Sugar Company of Denver. Chairman James A. Krendler cited Iverson’s environmental leadership and Rocky Mountain recognition, noting his prior roles including state air pollution variance board chairman since 1970.
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Denver
Clair H. Iverson
Great Western Sugar Company
James A. Krendler
Iverson
Great Western
Krentler
Clair
Rocky Mountain
John A. Love Io
Colorado
Puppy Worm Vaccine News From Agriculture Department
Agriculture Department announces a new vaccine to prevent hookworms in dogs. Developed by Jensen Salsberg Laboratories of Kansas City, this first of its kind vaccine will require veterinarian administration and may be in short supply until production increases. The firm is licensed by the department for commercial production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Agriculture Department
Jensen-Salsberg Laboratories
Kansas City
Erichardson-Merrell, Inc
Department
Wig Wag 4-H show draws 19 state clubs
A dog show at Island Grove features 19 4-H clubs from across the state. Kiddie Parker of Greeley’s Wig Wag 4-11 Club wins senior showmanship, with finals listing Sub-Novice, Novice, Open, and Junior Showmanship winners including Kathy Drager, Sherri Peal, Karen Barker, and Terry Leis among others.
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Kiddie Parker
Greeley
Wig
Island Grove
Kathy Drager
Fort Collins
Sherri Peal
Lakewood
Clover Bees
Randy Prince
Larkspur
Kennel Karactus
Shiela Lutz
Wags
Cindy Sc
Orr
Gill
Karen Barker
Adie Barker
Terry Leis
Bev Hancock
Platteville
Gileres
Suzanne Ore
Lisa Smith
Castle Rock
Douglas
Steve Kenyon
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Eley
Cols
Tribune
Thurs
Bu T
Chicago Board of Trade Today
Cost of Living Council
John T. Dunlop
George B. Watts
National Broiler Council
Watts
Bulz
Baychem Cororature Blox
Mssouri
Lynn Heinze
Earl Bulz
Callemen
Wheeler
Lucerne
No. 2
Galeton
Prospect Valley
Briggsdale
Rockport
Greeley Area
T.S
Tom) Collins, Jr
Jim Davis
PRNES
Albertsons
Steele
Eaton
Nereford Association
Morris Hichardson Ranch
Cruz
Thui
England
Department of Trade and Industry
Norwich
Sigman Meal Co
Brush
Tye
al Miltenberger
Loveland Packing Co
Soviet Union
New GW Environmental
Stness
Ceaglan
Fayement
Messauer
Ellis & Capp Equipment CO
East Sth
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