Pest Control Cited At Meeting At Agricultural Conference
Dr John Thomas of Texas A&M summarized a five year cotton pest management program in Pecos and Reeves counties at the 21st Agricultural Chemicals Conference. He noted reduced insecticide use, diapause bollworm control, and potential savings, with costs dropping from 180000 yearly to about 6660 on 15000 acres. The program required coordinated efforts from producers, Extension staff, researchers, and regulators. The session highlighted opportunities for improved efficiency in pest management across West Texas cotton.
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Plains agriculture outlook raises price fluctuation fears
Dr. Jarvis Cla... director of the Texas Miller of College Agricultural Experiment Station says the world food and fiber supply demand is almost impossible to predict with accuracy. He notes signs point to a union period of uncertainty with wide potential price swings.
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Agricultural conference view on world markets and grain flows
In town for the 71st Agricultural Chemicals Conference, speakers warned policy at major governments shapes trade, prices, and stock levels. They cited rising Latin American population, shifting protein demand, and export pressures driving U S farm product demand and grain movement from the High Plains to California and Gulf ports.
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Oil Allocation Plan To Be Announced
Washington government energy director John Love said a plan for mandatory allocation of home heating oil jet fuel and similar fuels would be announced today though gasoline allocation was ruled out. He testified before the House Rules Committee amid approval of a broad fuel allocation bill, with Democrats urging action to curb shortages.
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Butz Opposes Price and Export Controls Upsurge
Washington reports Secretary Karl Butz pushes back against fertilizer price caps and export restrictions amid rising world prices. He warns controls may trigger shortages in food and fuel, arguing U.S. need for fertilizer to support an all-out production drive and sustain food prices.
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