The Land of Abundance and Our Water Dilemma
An exploration of national water abundance versus thirst outlines rising future demand, wasteful use, and pollution. It urges readers to act locally by understanding their watershed, adopting conservation practices like contour plowing and terracing, and engaging in civic water management to balance supply and demand.
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United States
Feed costs drive big share of 1965 farm expenses
US farmers spent about 5.9 billion dollars on feed in 1965, representing roughly 27 percent of total farm operating expenses. The note highlights the role of feed costs in farm economics and calls for support for Nebraska in related efforts.
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U.S
Land Opens 46,000 Acres in CAP Public Access
Nebraska will open about 46,000 acres under the Cropland Adjustment Program for public recreation this year. Hans O Jensen, chairman of the state ASC committee, said the CAP public access feature now totals roughly 500,000 acres nationwide, about 25 percent of CAP land in its first year. The plan lets farmers divert unused land into conservation or recreation while hunters and fishermen gain free access.
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Nebraska
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Hans O. Jensen
Ing
State Game and Fish Department
Farm Income Numbers Can Mislead Says Farm Bureau
Bernie Camp of the Nebraska Farm Bureau warns that 1966 agricultural income figures misrepresent true farm earnings. Government payments inflate reported net income to 16.1 billion, with 3.4 billion from subsidies, masking market place gains and rising expenses. He argues averages hide operator counts and unequal fortunes among farmers.
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Nebraska
Range Cattlemen Roundups Discuss Two Year Calving Prospects
Nebraska ranchers will hear talks on two year old calving and tackling beef cattle disease scours at Range Cattleman Roundups in December. Sessions in Sidney on Dec 8 and Chadron on Dec 9 feature Dr. D C Clanton, Dr. M J Twiehaus, Robert E E Roselle, and Del Dearborn with experts addressing nutrition, management, systemic insecticides, and pasture improvements for Nebraska cattle.
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Nebraska
Panhandle
Sidney
Chadron
D. C. Clanton
North Platte Experiment Station
M. J. Twiehaus
University of Nebraska Department of Veterinary Science
UN Animal Science Department
Robert EE. Roselle
UN Extension
del Dearborn
John F. Vallentine
North Platte Station
Don Burzlaff
Verlin Livingston
Charles Jodence
Chadron State College
Slow Down for Curves and Hills Warn Motorists
Advises motorists to reduce speed and be extra cautious on curves and hills as other drivers may be less in control. Stay alert for unpredictable drivers and potential hazards on winding roads.
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Nebraska Safety Patrol
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