Farmland values slide statewide and in Wayne County
An Iowa State University survey shows Iowa farmland values dropping to an estimated 948 per acre statewide, down 30.2 percent, with Wayne County down 58.11 percent since 1981. The report notes regional declines, credit conditions, and inflation-adjusted comparisons, and highlights high and low grade land values and the impact on farm finance. Local Wayne County extension work on applicator certification is also mentioned.
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Wayne County
Iowa State University
Iowa State University Extension
Bob Jolly
Iowa
South Central
North Central
South
Scott County
Mississippi River
East Central District
Decatur
Scott
Hamilton
Appanoose
Jolly
ISU
Nine PCAs to vote again Friday on merger plan
A second vote on merging 37 Production Credit Associations in Iowa Nebraska South Dakota and Wyoming into one district wide body will be held Friday in nine PCAs where the first ballot failed in November. Another round will not be needed in 28 PCAs that approved the merger. A similar FLBA merger proposal in Iowa Nebraska South Dakota is noted.
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Pcas
Iowa
Nebraska
South Dakota
Wyoming
Federal Land Bank Associations
Flbas
Dakota
PCA
John Harling
Farm Credit Banks of
Omaha
Omaha Federal Intermediate Credit Bank
FICB
Farm Credit
Harling
Farm Credit System
Omaha Fice
Pathfinders Conference to feature four farming speakers in Ottumwa
Three southeast Iowa farmers Jerry Plowman Robert Moore and Cliff Moore will discuss conservation tillage methods and results at the ninth annual Pathfinders Conservation Tillage Conference on January 23 at the Ottumwa coliseum. Plowman uses no-tillage on 500 acres with slight yield loss but less erosion. Moore uses slot planting on 200 acres with mixed yield changes and weed control issues. Cliff Moore uses ridge tillage on 158 acres with strong erosion control and weed management outcomes.
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Iowa
Pathfinders
Coliseum
Ottumwa
Jerry Plowman
Douds
Robert Moore
Fremont
Cliff Moore
Eldon
Dale Kraus
Plowman
Moore
FCIC deadline passes for Iowa crop losses this year
Area farmers are reminded the Dec 10 deadline to insure 1985 corn soybeans grain sorghum and popcorn may require notice to the crop insurance agent within 30 days after harvest. FCIC district director Bruce Cordes says field appraisals may occur for unharvested crops and workers will contact policyholders who file a loss notice.
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Federal Crop Insurance Corporation
FCIC
Bruce Cordes
Iowa
Cordes
Sinclair Earns Honorary Alpha Zeta Induction
Joseph S. Sinclair of Melrose has been inducted into the Iowa State University chapter of Alpha Zeta, the agriculture honorary. Sinclair, a senior in agricultural business, ranks in the top 40 percent and emphasizes service leadership and character. He is the son of Maurice and Mrs. Sinclair.
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Joseph S. Sinclair
Melrose
Iowa State University
Alpha Zeta
National Professional Service
Fraternity of Agriculture
Sinclair
Maurice Sinclair
Christmas Card Poem Remembrance and Holiday Wishes
A reflective note shares holiday warmth and gratitude. It weaves memories of family pictures taken on a late November Saturday night with a serialized poem about names on a Christmas list. The writer thanks friends and colleagues for shaping their life and wishes blessings and happiness in the new year.
Ninth Annual Conservation Tillage Conference in Ottumwa
The Ninth Annual Conservation Tillage Conference will be held at the Ottumwa Coliseum on January 23. Southern Iowa farmers discuss conservation tillage including ridge tillage and slot till systems. Free tickets available at the Soil Conservation District Office or Extension Office. Also note Sharp Farmer's meetings begin January 15 with a grain and livestock outlook for 1986, some sessions afternoon or evening. Cattle lice noted as a significant winter pest by Extension entomologist Ken Holscher.
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Ottumwa Coliseum
Iowa
Soil Conservation District
Sharp Farmer's
Sharp Farmer’s
Ken Holscher
Lice control tips and corn supplementation for cattle
Advice from Brad Huffines urges checking with a veterinarian or Extension Office on lice control. It suggests supplementing a cow’s ration with corn for energy in cold weather, noting per pound digestible nutrient costs compare corn at 2.40 per bushel to hay at 53 per ton. Corn supports energy needs without extra protein, and calves gain energy benefits as corn becomes more economical before two pounds daily gain. Have a very Merry Christmas.
Smith Attends Iowa 4-H Youth Development Workshop
Mabel Smith, Wayne County 4-H aide, attended the Understanding Youth Development Workshop at Iowa State University from December 10 to 12. Don Broshar spoke on meeting youth needs and training leaders. Dr. Joanne Keith of Michigan State University Extension Service was a guest speaker. Workshops covered conflict resolution, child guidance, and teen actions. A special recognition on December 11 honored Smith and three others for 15 years of service.
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Mabel Smith
Wayne County
4-H
Iowa State University
Don Broshar
Joanne Keith
Michigan State University Extension Service
Smith
Iowa State University Extension
Hills farm shooting prompts stress hotline appeal
The Hills farm shooting tragedy highlights high farmer stress in Towa. Iowa State University extension specialist Virginia Molgaard notes such feelings can lead to anger or despair, but actions do not have to follow. Rural Concern hotline 1-800-447-1985 offers crisis intervention and local resource guidance. Family and friends are urged to intervene if someone cannot seek help themselves.
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Hills
Towa
Virginia Molgaard
Iowa State University Extension
Fran Phillips
Rural Concern
Phillips
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Brad Huffines
Environmental Protection Agency
Huffines
Ralph Richardson
Clell Bryan
Don McCart
Wesley Selby
Donna Donald
Extension Home Economist
Ag Line
Hills Farm
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