Farm Desk Notes Decline In Maryland Farms Persist
Jotting from the Farm Desk reports ongoing farm contractions in Maryland. Dr John Wyarone of University of Maryland Extension cites farm disappearances, shifts toward dairy and commercial farms, rising cash receipts to 875 million in 1964, and cautions that only farms earning 30000 or more will grow. rural mechanization and higher sales are needed for survival.
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Deferred tax plan eyed to ease farm suburb tax clash
An economist from the Washington Center for Metropolitan Studies proposes a deferred real property tax on agricultural land to ease the burden on farmers while preventing urban taxpayers from shouldering rising values. The plan defers the excess tax until the land is sold for a nonagricultural use, creating a lien to protect the revenue stream amid suburban growth and sprawl.
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Washington Center For Metropolitan Studies
Peter House
Frederick County
Montgomery
Prince Georges
Baltimore
Washington
Desirable Wheat Varies Discounted 20 Cents in 1969
The 1969 price support will apply a 20 cent discount to varieties deemed undesirable for milling and baking. The list repeats 1968 names plus Pictic 62 Hard Red Spring and Noted Soft Red Winter, reflecting USDA ARS and state reviews. Officials urge planting only varieties approved by extension services to ensure quality.
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Maryland Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation State Committee
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Research Service
U.S
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