More Testers Needed for Lancaster DHIA Program
Lancaster County DHIA supervisors are praised for service but complain there are not enough testers. Farmers want more testing options including AM PM and twice daily tests, while pay structures discourage testers from handling certain schedules. Calls grow to recruit qualified testers and overhaul fee schedules to expand DHIA availability.
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Good Food Sense Says Diet Knowledge Lacking
Henry J Heinz II argues in The New York Times that Americans underestimate balanced nutrition amid abundant food. USDA figures show a drop from 60 to 50 percent meeting good diet standards from 1955 to 1965, with declines in milk vegetables and fruit intake and rising snacking.
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Henry J Heinz, II
H J Heinz Company
New York Times
US Department of Agriculture
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Calcium and diet shape teeth health and nutrition
A Chicago Tribune note cites Cornell research showing widespread calcium deficiency drives tooth loss and periodontal disease while milk remains a key calcium source. The piece argues against centralized dieting mandates and for individual dietary balance.
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Ronald Kotulak
Washington
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Weed prevention and gypsy moth alert in community bulletin
Farmers urged to stop weed seed development on vacant lots and gardens. Caution urged for campers from infested areas to remove gypsy moth egg masses and cocoons. Preparations advised for winter grain seeding with September targets and soil testing lead times.
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