Farm output may rise into mid-1980s says USDA study
The Economic Research Service reports U.S. farmers could meet growing food and fiber needs through favorable prices, normal growing conditions, and affordable inputs. Projections show higher yields and expanded cropland driving gains into the mid 1980s, with notable increases in soybeans, beef, cotton, peanuts, and rice.
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Raleigh
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Dan River Strike Enters Sixth Week With Talks Advancing
Dan River Inc workers in Danville Virginia continue a six week strike at its eight plants amid stalled negotiations. A federal mediator will contact both sides Tuesday to gauge willingness to return to bargaining. Local UTWA says negotiators are ready to talk and company officials left the door to talks to mediators. About 4,000 workers are reportedly honoring picket lines while 74 percent of the 8,500 hourly workers are said to be out.
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Congress Bill Status and House Action Summary
Washington AP reports the week’s major bills in Congress. Budget Control by Congress enacted. Election Campaign Reform passed both houses awaiting compromise. Elementary and Secondary Education Act extension pending presidential action. Emergency Energy Legislation vetoed. Legal Services Corporation enacted. Minimum Wage increases enacted. Newsmen's Sources Protection in progress. No-Fault Insurance passed Senate, in House committee. Pension Plans Regulation scheduled for House action. Tax Law Reform in House committee. Trade Negotiating Authority passed House, in Senate committee.
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