Trade Bill and Vanik Amendment Stir Soviet Relations Debate
U S Department officials warn the Vanik Amendment linked to the 975 Trade Reform Act could strain Soviet American ties and complicate credits and exports, while some see minimal impact on preexisting agricultural contracts and joint research programs. Senate action looms as supporters push for timely passage despite administration concerns.
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Navy Plane Downed with Ten Aboard in Alaska
A Navy aircraft crashed near Adak Alaska trapping ten aboard. The incident halted descent from 20,000 feet to 4,060 feet after clearance issues and reduced visibility. communications indicated active duty personnel were to transfer from Adak to Seattle and then to Christansas for reassignment.
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Fertilizer Shortage At Hand
County extension agent warns of a prolonged fertilizer shortage with rising domestic demand, limited nitrogen production and potential gas bottlenecks. Phosphate supplies stay adequate though, and farmers should soil test to plan efficient applications and adjust nitrogen rates for crops, including cotton and forages.
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Butz Urges Broader Food Aid Participation
Secretary Butz told a Sasheike Tennessee audience that the United States has given about 2 billion dollars since 1954 to aid the needy worldwide. He rejects an international food bank, warning it could curb farmer output and place ownership under global control.
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Mixed finish for live cattle futures on Chicago Mercantile Exchange
Live cattle futures closed mixed with nearbys down and distant months up on the CME. Spot December slumped near a limit down level amid fears over a potential national truck strike and weaker grain prices. Feeder cattle and hog futures moved higher while pork belly futures fell from session lows as cash markets showed uneven signals.
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Agricultural Markets Mixed at Chicago Futures Open
Chicago Board of Trade futures rose early on wheat corn soybeans and oats before late profit taking erased gains. Reports cite China seeking grain, while several markets show price moves and varying closes with soybeans and wheat ending lower.
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Fire Ants Threaten South Under Scrutiny of Scientists
The imported fire ant, a multimillion dollar problem across nine southeastern states, draws study as agencies weigh Mirex use. Research explores pheromones to disrupt life cycles, with multi queen colonies complicating eradication efforts.
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