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Newspaper
Sun Journal
Location
New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1995
Page
15
Washington AP Agri culture Department economists predict a record U S cotton harvest with 21 million bales for 1995 96, aided by 18 percent more planted acres than last year. If realized this would top 1994 s 19.7 million bales.
Washington AP reports farm state lawmakers oppose deep farm program cuts but internal rivalries may surface as smaller funds become available. Wheat, dairy, sugar, and corn interests face reallocation pressure amid budget reductions, with Kansas tied to wheat and Rep. Pat Roberts amid potential acreage cuts and Export Enhancement Program effects.
The Agriculture Department forecast a fall in feed grain supplies with total production at 244 million metric tons, down 14 percent from last year’s record. Corn output is seen at 8.6 billion bushels, sorghum 555 million, barley 380 million, and oats 200 million, with yields and planted areas yielding lower crop results due to wet planting conditions.
A safety class for Jones County farmers and fire rescue personnel runs 7 to 10 at the Jones County Civic Center in Trenton. Sponsored by the Jones County Education Center for Lenoir Community College and the Jones County Agricultural Extension Service, a dinner is provided. Call 448-9261 to attend.
Otto Hecht of New Bern and Sam Sullivan of Washington plan to contact area farmers in early June for a nationwide survey conducted for the U S Department of Agriculture. The survey aims to estimate crop acreage and grain stocks, with producers notified by mail.
In RTP researchers report engineered foods show subtle changes not their appearance. Debbie Nichols samples cinnamon nut bars with soybeans altered to resist glyphosate as about 200 attendees hear biotech industry optimism. Regulators remain cautious while industry advocates push public acceptance.
Farm markets list hogs cattle sows calves goats feeder cattle and bulls with district prices. Cotton futures feed grains and eggs quoted. vegetables, fruits, and greens priced at state markets Raleigh and Western markets noted. Weekly slaughter totals and per bushel prices for corn soybeans wheat and oats included.
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