Even Heat and Old House Echoes of a Life Well Lived
A narrator plans for the future while clinging to a cherished old house. They describe practical limits, such as a cold north wind and a crowded interior, contrasting with the house’s character, history, and family memories. The piece blends affection with acceptance of change and impending departure.
Herbicide carryover problems in 1989 corn crop
Dry 1989 season increases herbicide carryover risk. Treflan and Prowl use shows stunted growth purpling of shoots swollen roots. Scepter Preview Lorox Plus cause stunting purpling and bottle brush roots. Command may yield yellow or white leaves. plants may not outgrow these effects. Also guidance on diesel tax refunds and SARA Title Act reporting included.
Trouble brewing for US farmers or not
President Bush proposes a 2 billion cut in farm spending for 1990 as new Agriculture Secretary Yeutter warns farmers against heavy dependence on federal payments. House Agriculture Chairman Kika de la Garza says the issue is economic framing, noting 1986 costs hit 26 billion and 1989 costs fall to 13 billion with 1990 projected at 12.6 billion.
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Joycelyn Winnecke
Scripps
Howard News Service
Washington
Bush
Clayton Yeutter
U.S
Kika de la Garza
Texas
House Agriculture Committee
Agriculture
de la Garza
Pentagon
Department of Agriculture
Imported fire ants spread from Mobile to the South
The article details imported fire ants known for painful stings and aggressive behavior arriving in the U S at Mobile Alabama from Brazil between 1933 and 1945. They form crusty conical mounds in warm grassy areas and can nest in walls meters and potted plants. They feed on insects and plant sap and can damage crops equipment and roads.
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U.S
Mobile
Ala
Brazil
Higher seed prices driven by 88 drought and CRP rules
USDA analysts say seed prices rise entering spring as last year’s drought and expanded Conservation Reserve Program drive costs. Off season seed corn output in the US and South America supports supplies, but some popular hybrids may be scarce. Exports of corn and soybean seed likely down in 1989 while grass seed prices climb.
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Washington
Agriculture Department
American Seed Trade Association
Department
Economic Research Service
USDA
CRP
U.S
Lorain County Second in Ohio in Other Crops Receipts
Lorain County ranks second in Ohio in the other crops category led by flower and horticulture produce with $30.7 million in 1987 receipts. Lake County leads with $31.17 million, while Huron County is sixth at $15.4 million.
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Lorain County
Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center
Wooster
Lake County
Jerry Long
Huron County
Florida vegetable damage from record cold snap hurts crops
In Florida growers report heavy losses from a cold snap with cucumbers peppers watermelons and squash hit hardest. Brokers warn peppers may rise to 24 to 30 dollars a bushel as crops from Mexico and West Florida suffer damage. Officials estimate statewide produce industry losses at over 11 billion annually.
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Orlando
Fla
Thad
Hillsborough
Tom Burgin
Plant City
Burgin
Mexico
West Florida
Reggie Brown
Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association
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