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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1934
Page
9
Nathan Mayo urges state action to establish assembling plants for farm products to collect, grade, and sell them, reducing waste and helping farmers. Funds would come from the General Inspection Fund after other agricultural expenses. legislative approval obtained but money remains unavailable.
The egg market holds up despite earlier storage surpluses. Cold storage was heavy but has declined rapidly as spring production nears. Wholesale prices match last year and producers gain a modest profit. Poultry population remains flat with a decent market for poultry and slightly higher feed costs aiding egg values.
Florida observers report California flood damage to Los Angeles County crops does not justify increasing Florida acreage. Agricultural writer Ross H. Gast notes 1,871 flooded acres with $147,170 in damage, mainly truck crops. celery remains central in the Venice Cienega district while some land may return to production.
Florida fresh fruits and vegetables saw 28 percent higher rail and boat unloads in 1933 across eleven top markets. Chicago Cleveland Detroit Pittsburgh Philadelphia and especially New York posted increased carloads per day, signaling growing Florida dominance in the fruit and vegetable trade despite weaker general demand.
It will soon be time to breed dairy cows and plan to use a good pure-bred bull. This is presented as the economical method to improve the herd and boost production.
Weather greatly affected strawberry consumption and prices last month with severe cold suppressing demand during holidays. Retailers could not move stock, causing a rapid market decline. Mild weather improved the market briefly, but recent cold again limited demand. Florida strawberries show exceptional quality and packing this season.
The Federal Surplus Relief corporation reports rapid progress in free butter distribution to the New York area during January. About 150 carloads were turned into one pound prints and sent to relief agencies which handle procurement and processing for final distribution. Retail sales dipped but overall consumption rose as the wartime surplus declines.
Bean jassid or bean white fly reappeared in bean fields south of Miami along the east shore of Lake Okeechobee and near Pompano and Fort Lauderdale. Dr. M. D. Leonard reports growers plan to combat the pest, with activated pyrethrum dusts and cheaper pyrethrum-sulphur dusts showing protection. Research by U S Bureau of Entomology and Gainesville entomologists confirms effectiveness of dusts in controlled trials and field plots.
In budget planning this year attention to the county weekly is urged as it sustains rural communities. The publication serves a distinct role in American country life, informing residents and supporting civic bonds.
The Citrus Control Committee halted pro rating of shipments pending Federal Judge Alexander Akerman decision on injunctions. Judge Akerman previously halted pro rating after recognizing injustices in Secretary Wallace and other parties actions. The committee rescinded the pro rating order and told growers the citrus agreement remains in effect with shipping restrictions lifted until January 29.
Advocates push a higher tariff on Cuban avocados amid a Cuba trade treaty to shield Florida growers from Cuban competition. The piece notes seasonal Cuban arrivals and weak demand in northern markets, arguing prices may stay moderate or fall anyway without heavy advertising.
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