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COMMODITIES-Most markets fall, weak US data prompts demand worry
Reuters* Gold falls for sixth sessions, first time in four years * Oil gains as dollar drops after soft U.S. economic readings * U.S. drought shrinks, may be too late for some wheat crops By Carole Vaporean NEW YORK, May 16 (Reuters) - Most commodity markets...Tags: Foreign Exchange Market, BNP Paribas, Metal and Mineral, Chicago Board of Trade, Natural Disasters
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U.S. drought area continues to shrink; some wheat still at risk
ReutersMay 16 (Reuters) - Areas of severe drought continue to shrink across many key agricultural areas of the central United States, though it may be too late for some wheat farmers who are preparing for harvest. A new weekly drought report issued by a...Tags: Weather, Natural Disasters, Weather Reports, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Arable Farming
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South American corn bolsters drought-ravaged U.S. stocks
Reuters* Corn from Brazil, Argentina seen going north until August * United States 2012 crop staggered by Midwest drought * U.S. chicken, hog producers bitten by high feed costs * New U.S. corn to be harvested September through November By Hugh Bronstein...Tags: Buenos Aires (Argentina), Brazil, Natural Disasters, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Science and Technology
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Conard Grad Nominated For Service To America Medal
The Hartford CourantA Conard High School graduate is a finalist for a prestigious award given to federal employees for achievement in international affairs. Along with the relief team she led, Cara Christie, who graduated from Conard in 1996, is a finalist for the...Tags: Human Interest, New York City, Natural Disasters, Johns Hopkins University, Awards and Prizes
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Cheap Black Sea wheat to get pricier as storage improves
Reuters* Black Sea expected to remain among the cheapest suppliers * USDA's Black Sea crop estimates may prove too optimistic By Sarah McFarlane and Polina Devitt GENEVA/MOSCOW, May 15 (Reuters) - The Black Sea region may no longer be a source of deeply...Tags: Russia, Ukraine, Finance, Kiev (Kiev Oblast, Ukraine), Economy, Business and Finance
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S.D. farm income from crop sales increases in 2012
In 2012 all operating income from the crop enterprises accounted for 50.4% of the total farm income. This is further broken down into crop sales of 35%, crop insurance claims of 13.3%, and government payments of 2.1%. This is an increase of 9.3% over...Tags: Natural Disasters, Insurance, Science and Technology, Arable Farming
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2013 grass production taking a hit
Huron (NRCS) - As the spring progresses, South Dakota producers are being faced with critical decisions that will affect their operations for years to come say officials with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The U.S. Drought Monitor...Tags: Natural Resources, Natural Resource Industry, Conservation, Energy Resources, Snow Storms
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Farmers got too much aid in drought, report says
WASHINGTON - Farmers gained unnecessarily at taxpayers' expense in the drought of 2012 because of the nation's crop insurance program, an environmental research and advocacy group charged on May 1. Citing a report prepared by University of Iowa...Tags: Collin Peterson, U.S. Congress, Luxury Vehicles, U.S. House Committee on Agriculture, Natural Disasters
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Dealing with Drought: Tips to save water
KWCH 12 Eyewitness NewsFrom building rain barrels, to shutting off the faucet when you brush your teeth, there are many ways to save water at your home. Every drop counts when water bill go up, and supplies go down due to the drought. "Our daughter was our painter for all...Tags: Energy Saving, Natural Disasters, Environmental Issues
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Dealing with Drought: Boating and hunting take a hit
KWCH 12 Eyewitness NewsThe long-term drought may limit summer fun at the lake, and close the doors for good at businesses that make a living off the water. Right now, Kansas is above normal for rain this spring. But that water hasn't sunk deep enough to raise Kansas lakes....Tags: Lakes and Ponds, Natural Disasters
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Colleen Castille: The right path for Florida's water future
Every day, news outlets highlight Florida's water challenges: Rising sea level, drought, and concerns about water quality. Today, Florida is over-pumping our groundwater aquifer — a finite water source — and consuming water at an...Tags: Oceans, Sinkholes, Conservation, Water Supply, Water
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Water war between Klamath River farmers, tribes poised to erupt
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. — For decades this rural basin has battled over the Klamath River's most precious resource: water that sustains fish, irrigates farms and powers the hydroelectric dams that block one of the largest salmon runs on the West Coast....Tags: Warren Buffett, Endangered Species, Water Supply, U.S. Department of the Interior, Ken Salazar
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