Catfish farming grows rapidly despite image issues
Catfish production has surged elevenfold since 1976 with nearly 214 million pounds processed last year and 70 million pounds in the first quarter. Mississippi leads the industry as expansion spreads to the Carolinas, Georgia, and other states. demand rises as more fish reach grocery stores and restaurants, while processors battle an image problem and off flavor risks through extensive taste testing.
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Joan Baez
Dick Cavett
Washington
Agriculture Department
Dwight Gadsby
Department
Economic Research Service
Mississippi
Carolinas
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Louisiana
Arkansas
Texas
USDA
Ron Sitzman
Canning Seminar Planned at Lorain Willow Hardware
A food preservation seminar led by Barbara Gilbert, Home Economist for Lorain County Extension, will be held July 23 at Willow Hardware Store 3234 Oberlin Ave Lorain. Pressure canner checks run 9 to 9 45 a.m. and the seminar 10 to 11 30 a.m with time for questions. Reservations via Willow Hardware at 282 5927.
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Barbara Gilbert
Lorain County Cooperative Extension Service
Willow Hardware Store
Oberlin Ave
Area farmers upbeat on crop quality but price outlook unclear
Wellington farmers Gerald Jackson and Dale Ziegler report strong early plantings and good yields. Jackson notes excellent corn and alfalfa with potential for modest price gains, while dairy prices could rise with hotter weather. Ziegler sees fair wheat and strong soybeans and corn ahead.
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Gerald Jackson
Wellington
Jackson
Dale Ziegler
Bob Ternes Jr
Ternes
Terns
Free Conservation Trees brochure offered by Arbor Day Foundation
The National Arbor Day Foundation promotes a free Conservation Trees brochure with photos and plain language tips on planting and caring for trees. It covers using shade trees for energy savings, attracting songbirds, protecting soils, and proper planting and pruning techniques.
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National Arbor Day Foundation
Conservation Trees
Nebraska City
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