Last Salute to Chicago Yards
The Chicago Union Stockyards have closed marking the end of a 105 year era in the national farm economy. Once among the most pivotal farm institutions the yards peaked in 1924 and declined due to rising costs, rail changes, and shifts to large feeding lots and nearby packing plants. The closing prompts reflection on the evolving farm economy and possible shifts in Eastern packer sourcing, with local markets potentially gaining importance if breeders and traders respond to demand.
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Chicago Union
Chicago Yards
DDT Ban Effects Felt by All
Entomologists warn 10 000 harmful insect species threaten food supply and peer groups urge broad programs reducing chemical use. Cornell pesticide coordinator Dewey cites Suffolk County gypsy moth data showing early test with Levin required 10 20 pounds per acre after outbreak, worsening damage and environmental impact. He calls closing barn door after horse is out a poor environmental method.
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New Holland News
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Cornell University
James E. Dewey
Suffolk County
New York
Dewey
Levin
Now Is The Time For Corn Crop Watch And Pasture Tips
Farmers are urged to inspect corn for southern leaf blight and prepare for possible spraying or ensiling. Advice covers fungicide use on T or Blend varieties, training springing heifers with milking herds, renovating old pastures in late summer, soil testing, and managing legume pastures to prevent acute bloating from wet clover or alfalfa.
Forgiveness through reconciliation in Genesis Jacob and Esau
The lesson notes that family feuds are hard to heal and recounts Jacob and Esau's estrangement and later reconciliation. It emphasizes forgiveness, seeing God in a brother's face, and the transformative power of choosing reconciliation over vengeance.
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Frederick the Great
Prussia
Dorothy
Althoush
Jacob
Esau
Isaac
Laban
Haran
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Aawins
Lancaster
Lancaster County
Lititz
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Robert G. Campbell
Zane Wilson
Lancaster Farming
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National Newspaper Association
Wells
Max Smith
Orm Sens
Mae Laae Eeels
Genesis
Matthew
Division of Christian Education
National Council of the Churches of Christ
U.S.A
Community Press Service
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