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Newspaper
Lancaster Farming
Location
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1973
Page
1
Washington released its latest crop report cutting corn to 5.66 billion bushels and lowering soybeans, wheat, oats, barley and cottonseed meal expectations. Only sorghum rose, while export controls on wheat and corn were ruled out, and livestock markets push prices higher despite a government freeze.
More than 500 conservationists from 12 northeastern states gathered at Lancaster's Hilton Inn for the National Association of Conservation Districts 12 state northeast area meeting. The program covered land use planning rural development soil and water research non point pollution controls and EPA policy. Activities included tours of Ephrata Cloisters and local conservation sites and forums on five conservation challenges. Robert Graf president of the Vermont Association of Conservation Districts urged local leadership while state governments provide guidance.
Lancaster County sent 27 4 H members to Penn State for State 4 H Days competing with about 1200 youths in judging demonstrations public speaking and consumer education events. Senior and junior livestock judging teams placed first with members Jeff Grieder Ed Ness Richard Ness Joe Lefever and Steve Donough leading the teams.
Farmers remain optimistic about hedging tactics as prices for crops and livestock rise. Market bears warn of a decline, but hedging could protect income if downward movement occurs, with the article noting the farmer’s enduring optimism and reliance on futures markets.
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