Internationalizing American agriculture faces EC92 shifts
The forum concluded EC92 will likely form within 5 to 10 years, with harmonized standards and a strong European market. Experts warned Fortress Europe could emerge, limiting global access unless the United States speeds liberalization and moves into value-added farming.
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Penfield dominates Wellington Holstein awards
At the Wellington District Holstein Association’s 70th annual meeting in Pittsfield Township, Jerry Jackson and Dave Conrad won senior and junior breeder of the year honors. Jackson, 47, and Conrad, 28, expressed surprise. The event at the Methodist Church also recognized four youths with halter awards for essays on the most important thing before showing a Holstein. Lorain County Extension noted 1990 starts with better dairy prices but ongoing feed quality problems.
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Ohio Farm Employees Workshop and related agricultural queries
A February 20 21 Ohio Agricultural Employees Workshop in Marion aims to help farm employers manage labor issues payrolls and wages with a keynote on the Power of the Spoken Word by Stephen Boyd. The bulletin also covers insect control guidance Bo Se safety for pregnant ewes custom rates surveys Christmas Tree Growers School schedules and registration details.
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FDA urged to halt milk from cows treated with BST
Advocates press to suspend distribution of milk from cows treated with the synthetic growth hormone BST until FDA completes a full scientific review. They seek mandatory labeling if a halt isn’t ordered, while cautioning that no health claims are yet proven. Jeremy Rifkin’s group plans a petition for internal investigation into FDA dealings with drug makers.
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Pesticide Safety Kit Offered to Farmers by Gemplers
An agricultural safety supplier Gemplers offers a pesticide safety kit for farmers. It includes nitrile gloves, chemical resistant coveralls, goggles, a faceshield, a long apron, a dual cartridge respirator, and overshoes. The kit costs $65 and can be ordered through the county Farm Bureau office on East College Street in Oberlin.
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Upheaval fear spreads in Eastern Europe and UN role in Cambodia
Fragmented excerpts note fear of upheaval in a European nation allied with Albania under communist rule, plus UN Security Council unity on aiding Cambodia and Moynihan proposing a Social Security tax cut to address deficits. Experts predict up to 45 million could starve due to drought and civil war in northern provinces. Also mention Golden Globes winner and McEnroe's disqualification at the Australian Open for profane language.
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