Farm land jumps 33 percent in Corn Belt states
USDA data show farm land value rising 33 percent nationally with Illinois leading at 41 percent, reaching an average $1,497 per acre. Ohio Indiana Iowa and Missouri posted strong gains, while New Jersey and New Mexico hit extreme values nationwide. Factors include land scarcity high crop prices and credit access. future gains uncertain.
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Seedling packets offered by Lorain SWCD for wildlife
Lorain Soil and Water Conservation District offers 127 seedling packets at 15 dollars each to area residents. Each packet includes 25 Colorado Blue Spruce, 25 Norway Spruce, 25 Austrian Pine, 25 Scotch Pine, 10 Arborvitae, 10 Autumn Olive, 5 Zumi Crabapple, and two European Mountain Ash. Packets weigh about ten pounds and arrive in early April with planting instructions. Orders are first come, first served by mailing checks to 4670 Telegraph Rd Elyria.
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Crop insurance overhaul sought
Support grows for replacing drought disaster payments with government subsidized insurance covering wheat cotton corn rice sorghum and barley. Sen Bob Dole proposes expanding FCIC to all farmers with 25 percent federal subsidy and lower net federal costs, while NFU critiques and data on land cost methods spark debate over target prices and true production costs.
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Name remains the same in Ag department shuffle
Agriculture Secretary Bergland plans to reorganize agencies within USDA and adjust lines of authority but likely will not pursue a department name change. A rebranding proposal surfaced from USDA’s Young Executive Committee, noting food and nutrition programs now drive much of USDA’s budget and operations. Some prefer keeping food programs in USDA to preserve influence. others support possible transfer to HEW. The committee did not specify a new name. The decision depends on broader Carter administration and Congress plans and ongoing reorganization. The Huron County 4-H advisory banquet for this evening at Western Reserve School has been cancelled and will be rescheduled, announced 4-H agent Carlos F. Tucker.
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U S still buying frozen beef for school lunch programs
Washington reports the Agriculture Department continues purchases of frozen hamburger and canned beef for school lunch donations. Since the campaign began, about 3.1 million pounds of frozen ground beef have cost roughly $63.1 million, with canned beef totaling 33.4 million pounds for $27.8 million. Officials favor adding canned pork amid falling hog and pork prices.
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Agriculture Department
Milk prices around the world on a cited day
On a recent day milk sold for 47 cents a quart in Washington DC while the same quantity traded at 19 cents in Mexico City and 34 cents in Paris, illustrating price variations across major cities.
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Rent diesel tractor for short term use
Advertisement offers an MF30 crawler loader or dozer for short term rental from Elyria Industrial Equipment. The MF300 features a Perkins diesel engine, 63 hp, powershift transmission, and easy shift in high and low ranges. Comfort includes an armchair seat and side access. Contact Dick Polen at Elyria Industrial Equipment for rental or purchase options.
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Monday Auctions at Good's Auction House Creston
Ford Good and Jebr Rodgers run weekly public auctions every Monday at Good's Auction House Creston. The varied fixtures from estate liquidations offer entertainment and bargains, with on-site auctions available and phone information for arranging distant sales.
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Star Builders offer timber designed farm buildings year round
Star Builders markets timber designed structures for farms with year round use including winter. President Bill Starbuck notes these buildings can be erected any time except in severe conditions and may reduce costs by about 50 percent versus conventional structures. Office manager Pete Costello invites inquiries at Route 113 west of Route 58 in South Amherst or by phone. Star also runs a retail outlet at the same location supplying components for repair and maintenance.
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