Egg industry faces projected bust end but not soon
The December Penn State Extension report shows a 20 percent drop in chick hatch for laying flocks in October and 14 percent fewer eggs in incubators in November. Reduced hatch is needed but will take 6 to 12 months to affect total egg production, while other trends like higher frozen storage and lower feed costs shape a fragile outlook for early 1972.
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Space heater safety and runoff pollution guidance
Winter uses of space heaters require careful installation and ventilation to avoid fire and health hazards. Use portable units only in emergencies with proper airflow and avoid fumes by venting rooms. Secure heat lamps away from children and animals. To reduce runoff pollution spread manure away from streams and on stable ground, keep storage pits large enough for three months, and maintain vegetation to filter runoff.
Bleeding hearts sermon and moldy grain notes clash with compassion
The article reflects on the phrase bleeding heart as a critique of sentimentality and argues Jesus showed compassion to sinners like Levi at dinner. It includes devotional excerpts, cautions on feeding moldy grains, and stilbestrol withdrawal rules for cattle. The piece links religious empathy to practical farm counsel and public morals.
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