Fire destroys 9000 chickens at Minnesota egg plant
In Rochester area fire crews battled a blaze at the Thompson Egg Plant just south of Rochester. The poultry building was destroyed and about 9,000 market ready chicks perished. Owner Grace Thompson estimated damage at 70,000 dollars. the birds were due for market Sunday.
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Washington reports from the Agriculture Department indicate China’s farm purchases have fluctuated. USDA officials cite 1972–74 peaks of 664.3 million in exports, a drop to 76.7 million in 1975, and under 50 million so far in 1977, with cotton the current main item.
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