A&Lancaatar Farming, Saturday, January 21, 1995 Members voted to install these directors for the Farm and Home Foundation at the annual meeting on Tuesday night. From left, seated, are Lois Brubaker, Manhelm; Evelyn Crider, Nottingham; and Ruth Akers, Quarryville. Standing, from left, are Ray mond Witmer, Willow Street; J. Leroy Esbenshade, Manhelm; Guy Esheiman, Lancas ter; and Luke Brubaker, Mount Joy. LOU ANN GOOD Lancaster Farming Staff LANCASTER (Lancaster Co.) Many people know the Farm and Home Center located on Arca dia Road is a hub of activity prom oting agriculture and home-related interests. Few know the behind the-scenes responsibility required to keep the multi-puipose facility a viable center that serves both rural and urban interests. Those who do the behind-the scenes work are known as the Farm and Home Foundation of Lancas ter County. Members held their 31st annual meeting on Tuesday night at the Center. A review of the year’s activities, its financial status, and the prop osed upkeep was reported. Total assets are $493,799; total liabilities and equity $493,799; tot BCSWS patio INC. Mon., Tum., Wod. 10 to 6; Thurr. Fri. 10 to 8; Sat. 10 to 4 Behind-The-Scenes At The Farm al income $24,158; general operat ing expenses $14,489, and net income $9,930. In an effort to comply with the American Disabilities Act, the Center is installing an elevator, which should be completed by the middle of February. In addition to Extension Ser vices, other offices are located in the building, which paid $4,485 in rent during 1994. Dr. John Schwartz, extension director, reported that in 1994 scholarships were given to eight students pursuing majors in the agricultural field. The $l,OOO scholarships are presented annual ly, bringing the total to 346 stu dents receiving $255,300 since the scholarships’ inception. The num ber given to students yearly depends on the interest earned 906 E. Main St. (Rl. 322) Ephrata, PA 1 Block East of Rt. 222 (717) 733-4973 1-800-642-0310 from a trust fund. Schwartz sus pects that the number will increase this year since interest rates have risen. Newly-elected directors include the following: Ruth Akers, Quarry ville; Lois Brubaker, Manheim; Luke Brubaker, Mounty Joy; Eve lyn Crider, Nottingham; J. Leroy Esbenshade, Manheim; Guy Eshelman, Lancaster, and Ray mond Witmer, Willow Street. Other board members include Martha Bomberger, Richard Haas, Edward Hess, Harold Rohrer, Ken neth Rutt, Larry Weaver, Robert Zook, Joan Hershey, Elvin Hess, Mark Hess, Lilli Ann Kopp, James Kreider, Charles Rohrer, and Larry Skromme. “THERE’S MORE TO IT THAN JUST NPK” For over 47 years, farmers throughout the Mid-Atlantic Area from New York to Virginia have produced millions of dollars of crops using Lebanon Extra fertilizer. Lebanon Extra is an ammoniated, homogenous, granular NPK fertilizer. With the increased emphasis on using less and precise applications of plant food, Lebanon Extra provides the nutrient sources that you can depend on, and not just NPK but also secondary and six micro-nutrients. The nutrient integrity of Lebanon Extra is superior to bulk blend fertilizer products. When using row applications or banding accurate amounts of plant food it can be important to use a safe, quality, uniform grade product. If you are using a blend with MAP compare the value of Lebanon Extra. And Home Center Doris Thomas, former home economist with extern, jn services, reviews her 30 years with the extension and her new position as a tour guide for the area. In addition to electing directors to fill the terms of expiring board members, the program included a talk by Doris Thomas, former extension home economist for 30 years. Thomas, now retired, spoke of her adjustments to retirement and of her work as a certified tour guide for Brunswick Tours. “1 have a chance once more to be an educator,” Thomas said of work EXTRA Granulated Starter Fertilizer LEBANON EXTRA PLANT FOOD Ammoniated Granular Fertilizer Homogenous Secondary and Micros Uniform Analysis Low Chlorine for Sensitive Crops Safer to use in row applications Economical to use on all Crops Get the Starter Effect by staying 2x2 Excellent for No-till Com For more information on Lebanon Extra Fertilizers Lebanon Chemical Corporation in telling visitors about the coun ty’s history and places of interest The Farm and Home Center is a “Living Monument” to the faithful backing of the county’s agriculture and agribusiness, the dedicated service of the board of directors, and the principal benefactors, the late Elmer L. Esbenshade and the late Levi H. Brubaker.
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