Up in the Air About Order 4 Expansion Farm Commentary
The piece weighs the pending expansion of Federal Order 4 milk area, noting court action to block the June 1 start. It presents producer views on price shifts, with 7600 current producers and 500 new ones affecting blend prices, and quotes Penn State economist Johnstone on expected long run balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York County
William Deisley
Lancaster
Deisley
John Locke
Bill Johnstone
Penn State
Custom Rates Rise for 1975 Agriculture Costs Up 16 Percent
Penn State published new machinery custom rates for 1975 showing an average 16 percent rise. Southeast Pennsylvania corn picking $9.15 per acre, picking and shelling $12.80, combining $13.50, small grains $10.20, drying corn 23 percent moisture 19 cents per bushel, haymaking 35 cents per bale, baling 17 to 25 cents, silo filling 2.05 to 2.15 per ton, field chopping $22.50–$27.00 per hour, planters $4.40 to $7.80 per acre, soybeans $4.20, drilling small grain $3.90–$4.20, seeding alfalfa $3.40, potato planters $6.25, weed control $2.60 per acre, sprays $3.25–$3.40 plus $2.35 if materials supplied, aerial vs ground spray similar costs, fixed wing $3.25 plus materials, helicopters $4.35 per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn State
The Farm Bill Veto Ignored by National Media
President Ford vetoed the Emergency Farm Bill last Thursday in a move that drew little national media attention. A local editorial urged the veto, and the ag department in Washington said the veto message existed, was two pages long, but contained little substantive content on supports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford
Ag Department
Washington
Holy People in Jewish Moral Call to Charity
Lesson for May 11 1975 explores Leviticus 19 and Psalms 24 14, contrasting ritual ancient religions with Judaism’s emphasis on moral living. It highlights holiness as moral perfection and the duty to aid the poor and stranger by leaving food produce for those unable to provide for themselves, stressing actionable charity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle East
Greece
Egypt
Lebanon
Israal
Parthenon
Athens
Baalbek
Herod
Jerusalem
Temple
Israel
NOW IS THE TIME TO WAGE WAR ON WEEDS AND PLANTING
Agricultural bulletin urges immediate weed control to prevent dandelions from seeding and advises readying equipment for quick corn planting once soils dry. It discusses optimal soybean planting when soil temps reach 50 to 55 degrees, soil warming, and using soil thermometers. It warns against fertilizer burn from overapplication and recommends phosphorus-rich starter fertilizers for strong root development.
Farm Calendar Event Listings and Meetings May Schedule
A series of farm and agricultural events listing activities from May including Square Dance at Lebanon Fairgrounds, Ag Alumni of PSU meeting, and a Pfizer conference in Minneapolis. Regional egg research hearing in Philadelphia and a Lancaster Horse Show through May 18 are noted beside other farm group meetings and field days with reservations and locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lebanon Valley Expo Corp
Lebanon Fairgrounds
Hannual Ag
PSU
Borland Lab
Penn State
Lancaster Farm and Home Center Board of Directors
Lancaster Horse Show
Lancaster Riding and Tennis Club
Southeast Grape Industry Association
Pequea Valley Winery
Ephrata Area
Young Farmer Monthly
Baler
Ephrata HS. Ag
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Dick Wanner
Hershey
Lin Huber
Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board
Bnib Ilis SP
Tee Lia Lam
Max Smith County Agr
Agent Telephone
Pfizer
Minneapolis Convention Center
American Feed Manufacturers Assn
Minneapolis Municipal Auditorium
Philadelphia
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