June Is Dairy Month Farm Commentary by Dick Warner
Lancaster Farming salutes dairy farmers and supporters in our five county area. Pennsylvania produced 622.5 million dollars in milk and products in 1974, with Lancaster County contributing 71.96 million. The piece honors the dairy lifestyle and those who work long hours in dairy farming.
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Lancaster Farming
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
Lancaster County Dairymen
Berks County
Chester County
Lebanon County
York County
Somebody Wants to Borrow Your Farm
The Lancaster County Conservation District seeks a farmer with about 20 acres to volunteer for its annual plowing contest. Contact Everett Kreider in Quarryville or the Conservation District at the Farm and Home Center in Lancaster. Office number 299-5361. The contest date will be set for late July or early August based on land availability.
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Lancaster County Conservation District
Everett Kreider
Quarryville
Conservation District
Bread price climbs as farmer share slips in 1975 data
The USDA Marketing and Transportation Situation shows farmer earnings per loaf fell from 5.4 to 7.5 cents for wheat and overall ingredients while the bread retail price rose from 34.5 to 37.3 cents. Spreads for marketing handling, milling, baking, and wholesale to retail remain dominant factors in the price.
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USDA
Corn and Soybean Plantings Run Ahead of Schedule
The May 25 crop bulletin shows 90 percent of planned corn acreage in 14 key states planted, 55 percent of sorghum in seven major producing states, and 50 percent of soybeans in 18 leading states. Each metric sits above last year’s figures and above historical averages for the date.
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Weather & Crop Bulletin
Farm Prices Rise with Cotton and Apples Boost May Index
Prices paid increased 5 percent during the month ended May 15 as cotton and apples rose, offsetting declines in wheat and soybeans. The Prices Received to Prices Paid ratio rose to 97, with the Parity Ratio at 72. Cattle and hog prices climbed, while upland cotton and apples hit new highs.
Incomplete Christians Lesson Reflects Bible Use and Disregard
The piece argues many Christians neglect Bible study though Scripture is inspired for teaching and training. It cautions against illiteracy in faith and notes historic bans on English Bible reading, urging readers to honor and apply the Bible in daily discipleship.
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William Tyndale
Henry VIII
England
Christ
Division of Christian Education
National Council of the Churches of Christ
U.S.A
Community Press Service
Farm Calendar Warns of Wood Tick Dangers and No Till Field Pests
Outdoor summer hazards include wood ticks carrying Rocky Mountain fever. Prevent by treating areas before use. No till corn fields attract cutworms stalk borers and armyworms requiring regular plant checks and spray with Sevin Malathion or Dylox. Calendar items list June events and meetings at various farm centers.
Phosphorus Potash Boosts Alfalfa Yields and Local Events
Local agricultural guidance urges phosphorus and potash applications after early cuts to sustain alfalfa growth. Penn State advises nitrogen is unnecessary for established stands, and high fertility improves stress tolerance. A Penn State Agronomy Guide supports growers, with Ohio yields cited as proof of potential gains. Community events include E Town Young Farmers meetings, Manheim Young Farmers picnic, Pa Poland China Swine Breeders Picnic, and FFA Activities Days at Penn State through June 18.
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Ohio
Penn State
Lancaster County
Penn State Pesticide Committee
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