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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1973
Page
4
Texas A M University hosts a Beef Cattle and Pasture Forage Short Course on August 2021 at the Ramada Inn near the campus. Dr Dennis Herd chair notes focus on economical protein, mineral options, and labor-saving haying methods for beef producers and stocker operations.
Top 4-H horsemen from 13 districts will vie for state titles August 1 to 4 at Odessa Ector County Coliseum. District champions in halter showmanship western pleasure and other events qualify through district contests. Open invitational classes include roping cutting and drill team. A new handcraft show will feature entries from horse project work and riding gear.
Washington D C July 12 Special A program to help cotton growers seek better yields was announced jointly by Secretary of Agriculture Earl L Butz and Mike Maros president of the National Cotton Council The officials said the industry faces a special challenge in fulfilling 1973 demand The program aims to boost yields of high quality cotton to secure domestic and overseas consumption and address flood related acreage losses A late crop management program was urged due to late season conditions and potential shortages of fuel chemicals and equipment Transportation delays and tight inventories were noted as factors in rising prices Past USDA and council programs helped meet similar challenges and coordination between industry and government was urged to overcome obstacles in 1973
Texas hog numbers on farms drop 19 percent from last year as of June 1, with breeding stock down 18 percent to 52 000 head and total hogs 810 000. Nationwide hogs on farms down 1 percent. December May pig crop in Texas 18 percent lower than 1972. Hog sales at Texas auctions down year over year while cattle and calves rise. Above normal grazing and moisture keep pastures good though hay curing fields affected in parts.
The Agricultural Marketing Service reports overall demand remains firm for both old and new cotton. Merchants hold limited low grade stocks while domestic mills take small nearby lots, and foreign demand favors new crop. Arizona and California growers expand planted acreage versus last year.
Texas A&M extension economist Tom Prater urges farmers to use agricultural finance management to raise profits. He notes growing farm size and capital needs, recommends keeping detailed records, analyzing yearly profits, and planning cash flow to increase monthly income and reduce expenses.
Texas remains a major honey producer despite a production dip due to heavy spring rains. Commissioner John C. White notes high honey quality and describes movements of hives from wintering areas to spring clover and Rio Grande Valley citrus, with plans to the High Plains for cotton bloom. Bees boost pollination and add about $2 million in income, while TAP promotes statewide marketing and a new Honey of a Deal Recipes folder is available from the Agriculture Department.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner John C. White reports numerous summer cases against cotton dealers and gins for violations of the Texas Seed Law. Most involve seed stored for farmers without meeting law requirements, and dealers are reminded they do not qualify for farmer exemption. The act seeks authentic labeling and seed treatment information, especially where seed is distributed to parties other than the owner, with special note that many cotton varieties require sale only as certified seed.
Ronald Blakely a McAllen High School graduate and 7 year old? No, 17? Senior was elected chairman of the State 4-H Council as the inaugural State 4-H Congress closed. He defeated five opponents to claim the highest 4-H office and will serve a year. New officers include Lisa Swanson Patsy Kalina Steve Melton Carol Sue Wilde and Den man Cloudt Jr.
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