Lean Christmas at Kansas hog farm amid dropping prices
ICHITA Kan Christmas at Leo and Sharon Schwartz hog farm near Washington in northeast Kansas was lean as prices fell to around 20 cents a pound, well below the 40 cents needed to break even. Farmers statewide face a crisis with hundreds leaving the business as family labor continues long days and weekends while profits shrink.
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Hutchinson News
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al Gore
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Franklin County set to sign hog direct payments Feb 1 12
The U S Department of Agriculture outlines direct cash payments for small hog producers. Franklin County FSA will sign up Feb 1 through 12. Eligible operators marketing under 1000 hogs in late 1998 may receive up to 2500 dollars, with details on herd size contracts and eligibility.
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County and Regional Club Days Announced for 4-H Youth
Franklin County details upcoming county club day Feb 20 at Ottawa University and regional club day March 20 at Free State High School in Lawrence. Activities listed include vocal and instrumental music, drama, public speaking, project talks, and gavel games. Also notes 4H loans through USDA and Eric Guenther of the Farm Services Agency will discuss programs. A separate Water Conference titled Water and the Future of Kansas is set for March 2 at Manhattan Holiday Inn with a $60 fee and meals included. contact numbers provided.
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Franklin County Conservation District to Meet January 28
The 58th annual meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. January 28 at Celebration Hall Franklin County Fairgrounds. An election of two supervisors, awards for Conservation Awards Wildlife Award and student contest winners will be honored. Reservations by January 25 at 242-1109.
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