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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1973
Page
6
Agriculture Secretary Earl L. Butz argues that some lawmakers favor price rollbacks to calm angry consumers and gain political support. He says the Nixon administration path does not seek to dismantle all farm programs, but includes a phase out of di-
Butz told Newspaper Farm Editors of America that price rollbacks fail and the administration should rely on larger farm production. He cited food price resistance by housewives and urged restraint on farm payments, calling $4 billion last year excessive and criticizing political pressures in Washington. He warned lawmakers overestimation of wage and price controls amid political survival.
Legislation would phase out income supports to growers while preserving the 1970 act structure. Total payments are seen at about 2.5 billion dollars in 1973 due to less land idled. Senate committee chairman Talmadge criticizes Nixon’s free market plan as unworkable. National Council of Farmer Cooperatives warns of a fuel shortage risking farm refiners. two cooperatives report crude deficits around 14 506 barrels per day affecting major grain regions.
Mulch with grass clippings straw sawdust or compost to reduce erosion retain moisture and suppress weeds. Apply 3 to 6 inches of material around plants careful not to cover foliage. Add organic matter via stable manure poultry manure or rotted sawdust with recommended nutrient supplements.
The notice explains composting methods using plant materials and balanced fertilizer, with quantities for per bushel and per 100 square feet. It also advises on feedlot manure application rates and a superphosphate addition. It warns homeowners to apply crabgrass preventives by April 15, noting cool soil temperatures may delay germination prevention.
Seattle officials split the P Patch into 300 plots on three acres for a 10 month public vegetable garden. A Puget Consumers Cooperative employee will manage the garden as part of a public trust similar to a park. About 110 applications were received for 130 plots, with youth agencies seeking about 20 plots. The Youth Division sponsors the third acre.
Prevention of gullies through planned water disposal on farms. Shape earth channels to non erosive flow, keep grassed, seed with proper seedbed, mulch, and temporary berms for protection. Engineering help available from the Soil Conservation Service in Lawrence at Malls Shopping Center.
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