Soil Conservation Program In Dispute
Washington AP Administration farm officials resist a proposal to end the 34 year old Agricultural Conservation Program while Nixon pushes pollution action. The budget would halt new ACP funds though current commitments continue. aim to cut $66 million first year and $233 million after. Critics note ACP subsidies half the cost of conservation and question removal amid environmental priorities. Congress debates the move as environmental concerns rise and farm land practices remain under scrutiny.