Showers Bring Cooler Air Across Central U S
The National Weather Service forecasts showers from the central Gulf and southeast Plains to the Midwest and Great Lakes. Warmer conditions east give way to cooler highs in the 60s and 70s, with chances of showers and thunderstorms tonight through Friday, then cooler and drier by weekend. Local records note a 70 high and 0.12 inches of rain from Tuesday to Wednesday. Sunset at 6:14 p m.
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Illinois Senate OKs Farm Loan Bill for Farmers
Illinois Senate approved a measure to defer part of operating loan interest for spring planting. The 55 to 0 vote moves to the House, with final action anticipated in April as officials weigh federal help. Sponsor Vince Demuzio says the bill helps about 8,000 farmers access loans up to $50,000 if federal aid is lacking.
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Credit not the only worry for farmers this spring
Washington reports the farm credit debate centers on planting season and farmers access to funds. The Agriculture Department will release its July 10 crop report with 1985 planted acreages for major field crops, says Crop Reporting Board secretary L Duane Jewell.
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Thompson says China to aid Illinois hog soybean research
Governor Thompson announced that Chinese officials will provide University of Illinois agriculture scientists with essential materials for hog and soybean production research following his Far East trip. The accord aims to boost Illinois agriculture science collaboration and advance farm output.
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White Farm Equipment faces sale or merger to cover loans
CHICAGO AP says White Farm Equipment Co. must sell merge or liquidate to repay 214 million dollars in loans recalled by Borg-Warner Acceptance Corp. Spokesman Bob Morris cites persistent declines in agricultural markets as the reason for the demand.
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Grain elevator business sinks with farm economy
In Gary Indiana grain elevators strained by slow bill collection and high interest rates face bankruptcy risk as farmers struggle. Purdue extension agent Harold Eubanks notes elevators rely on 30 to 60 day payments and high interest when farmers default. Several northwest Indiana dealers have sought bankruptcy protection, leaving creditors awaiting reorganization plans and frozen assets. Ed Hein reports a bounced $41,000 check tied to 15,000 bushels of corn brokered by Ag Consultants Grain.
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