Farm Cooperatives Tie To Boost Regional Supply Networks
Bond discusses a merger for farmer needs and competitiveness. The Eastern States Farmers Exchange, founded in 1918 in West Springfield, built a cooperative network for feed orders and distribution across New England, Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, while Wirthmore Feeds, owned by Corn Products, has served 17 northeast states with poultry and livestock feeds since 1886.
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Eastern States Farmers’ Exchange
West Springfield
Mass
New England
Delaware
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Wirthmore Feeds Inc
Corn Products Company
Waltham, Mass
USDA OKs Smoke Flavoring In Some Meats
The USDA approves using smoke flavorings and artificial smoke flavorings in certain Federally inspected meat products under a new amendment. It excludes hams bacons and certain processed meats. Products with flavorings must be labeled accordingly. Public comment periods follow Federal Register notices.
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USDA
US Department of Agricultne
Federal Register
Hardwood floor care tip for dipping water spots
A practical method to spot and catch dips on hardwood floors uses old soap solution. Lay an old plastic shower curtain over the floor to catch the drips and protect the surface during washing.
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Ppcel
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J. L. Hain & CO
Reading Pa
Penn Square Mutual Fund
Ivan M. Martin, Inc
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Gap Hickory
Terre Hill
New Holland