Independence and Livestock Lead Farm Income Without Subsidies
The speaker argues that price supports fail to reflect agricultural realities and that livestock, especially cattle and calves, have become the main source of farm income, surpassing dairy since 1943. Many livestock producers resist government subsidies, preferring to risk market forces and maintain independence.
The Cost of Medical Care Opinion Piece
The piece argues that health care costs reflect human nature and spending priorities. It cites Department of Commerce estimates: $2.6B yearly on hospitals, $5.3B on tobacco, $2.8B on physicians, $8.8B on alcohol, $2.9B on other health care, and $11.9B on recreation. It notes people spend more on enjoyable but nonessential items than on doctor visits.
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Angling Rules Shift as Steelhead Close in Coquille Waters
The article notes steelhead angling ended February 28 in most state streams, urging anglers to seek striped bass in the Pacific. Surf fishing offers space and less crowding while biologists weigh broader saltwater trash fish issues. No sea license is currently required for non game fish, but future permits loom as licensing grows.
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Overloaded Billfolds For Licenses Threaten Simpler Hunting
A tongue in cheek musings on the growing pile of licenses and permits hunters face from hunting and fishing licenses to deer elk punch and liquor permits. The author predicts more licenses will be added as lawmakers act while the ocean remains free for now.
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