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Jft -V '-S’ - —"Sjcg; W 1 C" V VI Jf/C.b i.>* -I* ■ w «J _i ».%*— Jv • o - , quantities of bates long distances very economically. 3-POINT BASE WITH FORKS Bale Forks and 3 Point Base are designed to handle bales that are flat on bottom from prolonged storage, as well as new bales without difficulty. 3 Point Base fits on category II and will accomodate both forks and spike and will fit Hi-Lift or Bale Transport. \Bale Forks have a tapered wedging action to enable operator to load or unload without loss of hay or damage to the bales that no longer have twine on them. Bale Forks are recommended for transporta tion or movement of bales that no longer have twine on them. r VERSATILE /\ Family farm conference State Grange, and chairman of the event, participants also examined current federal farm programs. The object was to identify weaknesses with the hopes of having such areas improved in the next federal farm bill. Aside from the representatives of the Grange from 11 Northeastern states, the meetings also drew faculty members from numerous agricultural colleges, The Cooperative Extension Service, officials from depart ments of agriculture m state government, and representatives of the federal government. Several members of the Pennsylvania State Grange took part. “We tried to get as many people up there as we could to represent all aspects of agriculture,” said Rmgler. According to the Pennsylvania State Grange spokesman, the purpose of the conference was en thusiastically supported by National Grange Master John Scott. He reportedly passed news of it along to USDA Secretary Bob Bergland, who also showed a keen interest for it. Representing the White House was Lynn Daft, who serves on the domestic policy staff. Ringler described the Carter aide as “very dynamic and forthright.” He is optimistic that some good will develop from the proceedings. “I think there were many seeds sown, it couldn’t have helped but been good,” the Somerset County potato grower remarked. He noted that federal farm legislation has historically been geared to Midwestern farming. “That’s why we’re concerned,” he added. “The tone of the meeting was very interesting - the consensus was that the government that governs the least governs the best.” Ringler questioned the value of several federal farm programs, such as set-aside payments and crop insurance policies. He claims that such procedures add to the costs of farming and mvite outsiders to invest m agriculture because of government guarantees. One of the primary concerns was the ongoing restructuring that’s taking place in American farm ownership. Participants at the meeting noted they were worried about the future of the family farm. Ringler said that 40 per cent of all farmland in the United States is farmed by someone other than the owner. (Same 3 pt Base) Bale Transport with 3 Point Base with Forks f to f' r\ 'H*' (Continued from Page 1) The Northeast Regional Family Farm Con ference held in New York State last week was very worthwile according to Bill Ringler, legislative director for the Pennsylvania State Grange. “We’re interested in saving the family farm not just for its food prduction values, but because of the social and economic impact they have on communities,” Ringler emphasized. “There’s an esthetic value involved too. Let’s not just look at agricultural production, but the entire structure of society. ’ ’ In concluding his remarks, Ringler observed that farmers are frequently complaining about the positions they’re in, but rarely do anything to present their views. He believes the Northeast Regional Family Farm Con ference was a step m the right direction. 'Qtcle Stoat Corporation ► LOWEST FILL HEIGHT ► DOUBLE BOLTED CONSTRUCTION ► 24” DIAMETER DISCHARGE ► TAPERED ALL WEATHER BOOT Qtcie This 19 to 85-tcn bulk tank is designed specifically for wet grain holding and big capacity feed storage. Rack and pinion gear slide valve and 24” discharge are standard. Eight legs lend extra support to this “big boy” of bulk feed tanks. Lancaster Farming, Saturday, July 21,1979 BULK FEED TANKS CAPACITIES TO 85 TON or 2700 BUSHELS 6’, TW, 9’, 12’ DIAMETERS M* « 1 / / • A m r*» f> r* s* 39
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