Agriculture slump hits Texas implement dealers
The 1980s farm downturn hits High Plains suppliers as seed ginners banks and auctioneers report tightened credit and falling demand. Used equipment sells for a fraction of value with dealers burdened by high inventories and slim margins while foreclosures rise and optimism wanes across Lubbock Plains and surrounding districts.
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Soviets resume U.S. grain purchases in September
The U.S.S.R. began buying U.S. grain again in late September for the first time since March, totaling about 1.5 million metric tons of corn. More corn sales are expected as Soviet ship charters rise, while wheat sales remain low. Agricultural agent David Rynd notes export competition and drought in Australia affect grain markets.
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Western Pennsylvania Turf and Grounds Maintenance Show Dates Set
The 11th Annual Western Pennsylvania Turf and Grounds Maintenance School and Trade Show runs December 7 to 9 at Pittsburgh Expo Mart, Monroeville, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Turfgrass Council with Penn State. Sessions include a half day course on thatch and topics on turf management, soil testing changes, weed control, SCU fertilization, and pond care.
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Wilmington Livestock Market Report November Prices
Slaughter cows rise 50c to 1 from last Monday with steers topping 59.50 and heifers 56.00. Calves and hogs show varied gains and losses. feeder and lamb values mixed. Also notes Turf-Trade Show details near Pittsburgh with extended exhibit space and no admission for education session registrants in Bellefonte, PA.
Mercer Livestock Market Report November 23 Cattle and Hogs
Slaughter steers and cows mostly soft to steady from prior week. High Choice steers 60.50 61.25, Choice 56.00 60.50, utilities 40.00 43.00. heifers up to 56.00. Cows 35.50 41.00, cutters 33.75 37.00, shells to 18.00. Bulls 43.50 48.50 yield grades 39.00 42.00. Calves including good vealers 68.00 77.50, 90 120 lbs 44.00 54.00. Hogs higher with No 1 2 210 250 lbs 55.50 56.75, sows 47.00 51.00, boars 38.00 42.00. Sheep 8 35.00 41.00, ewes 19.00 23.00.
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Barrows and & Gits
Wwe
EEP
Bill extends age discrimination protection beyond 62
Harrisburg report says the General Assembly sent Gov. Thornburgh a bill to extend age discrimination protection to anyone 40 or older. The measure passed the House 186 to 0 and the Senate 46 to 0, amending the Human Relations Act which now protects ages 40 to 62.
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Richman offers on sale wool blend vested suits now
Richman advertises our best wool blend vested suits on sale before Christmas. Regularly 185, now 159.99 with complete sizes. Choose Adams Row or Carlo styling in striped solids tweed and plaid patterns. Sale ends December 24.
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