Controlling flies economical practices for cattlemen
Weather this spring fosters many fly pests on beef cattle. Horn flies are most harmful, with losses rising past 25 pounds per head in summer. Backrubbers or bag systems offer cost effective control, placed at gates and mineral feeders. Insecticidal ear tags help but resistance varies. use two tags per animal and delay tagging until late May. Supplemental dust bags and feed additives aid late season control, but cross herd practices affect effectiveness. Face and stable flies require different strategies. pyrethroid ear tags work best for face flies, while traps and limited sprays provide local relief for horse and horn flies. Contact local extension for guidance.
Genetically altered tomato gets FDA approval
The FDA approved Calgene Inc. s Flavr Savr tomato as safe and longer lasting. Distribution begins in Western and Midwestern states within 10 days amid criticism over labeling and safety policy for biotech foods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Tarantino
FDA
Center For Food Safety
Calgene
Jane Rissler
The
Union of Concerned Scientists
Douglas Hopkins
Environmental Defense Fund
Wellsville Girl Joins Limousin Junior Association
Donna L Krueger of Wellsville has joined the North American Limousin Junior Association, a youth group connected to the Limousin cattle breed. The junior association, established in 1971 for members under 21, sponsors a national junior show and congress plus awards, scholarships, field days and classes. For information call Don Schiefelbein at the national office (303) 220-1693.
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Wellsville
Donna L. Krueger
Junior Association
Don Schiefelbein
National Office
Japanese use corn in diverse ways including pizza and ice cream
The USDA reports Japan uses sweet corn beyond American norms such as pizza topping and ice cream. U.S. exports to Japan stay strong as domestic output cannot meet demand, with Japan’s Hokkaido producing all sweet corn. Imports in 1993 are expected to hit a record as dollars and cold weather boost canned and frozen corn consumption.
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Ashington Wo
Agriculture Departments
Japan
United States
USDA
Foreign Agricultural Service
U.S
Hokkaido
Food labeling reprieve wins in court and Senate action
Federal court paused new labeling rules for soft drink cans until August 8 and the Senate approved a bill extending old labeling stock use to August 18. The House expected to act, with President Clinton likely to sign. Judge Sporkin criticized FDA guidance as confusing while noting industry efforts to switch to new labels.
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Washington
Capitol Hill
Senate
House
Clinton
Food and Drug Administration
Stanley Sporkin
FDA
Sporkin
Groups sue EPA over pesticide ingredient secrecy policy
Two private groups sued the Environmental Protection Agency alleging illegal withholding of all ingredient names in pesticides. They seek a court order to disclose ingredients for six pesticides including Roundup, Velpar, and Tordon 101, under the Freedom of Information Act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EPA
Ashington
Environmental Protection Agency
Northwest Coalition For Alternatives
National Coalition
Jay Feldman
National Coalition Against
Carol Browner
U.S. District
Washington
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By Darren Hibdon
Franklin County Extension
Flavr
Savr
APY
J. Can
FORD
Feldman
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