Editorial critique of Pennsylvania agriculture chief McHale
Dieter Krieg argues that James McHale served the governor over farmers and agribusiness, cooking his own goose by swearing allegiance to the governor rather than representing agriculture. The piece contends McHale lacked independence and should have prioritized farmers over political alignment.
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Ousting James McHale Tests Pennsylvania Agriculture Leadership
The piece argues Governor Shapp should appoint a new Secretary of Agriculture who truly represents farmers. It critiques McHale's tenure, calls for stronger farmer influence in Harrisburg, and suggests separating the secretary role from the governor's office to better serve agribusiness and rural communities.
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Humble Sovereignity Humble Sovereignty
A devotional on humility as depicted in Matthew and Isaiah. The author contrasts a humble Messiah with overbearing discipleship, linking Palm Sunday imagery to Jesus as a servant king. Reflections center on meek conduct, prophetic fulfillment, and Zechariah 9 9.
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Now Is the Time for Farmers to File Taxes and Learn
Farmers are urged to prepare for income tax reporting using IRS and extension guides. Training sessions have been held for tax personnel. The Lancaster County dairy herd group reports over 245 herds producing 500 pounds butterfat per cow, with top totals of 19,216 pounds milk and 709 pounds butterfat from 35 cows. Corn cob as livestock feed and mulch is noted, while shelled corn storage trends emerge. Correspondence courses from Penn State and other land grant schools offer practical ag instruction by mail.
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Christmas party and farm meeting listings in Berks area
Farm Calendar lists a December schedule with events including an Ephrata Young Farmers Christmas party at Ephrata Junior High auditorium at 7 45 p m and a film at Union Fire Hall Walnuttown Berks County. Also Hinkletown Adult Farmers meet December 17 in News Holland for conservation under the Clean Stream Law and a December 31 Mid winter No till convention in Hershey.
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