Protecting Private USDA Grants Target Michigan Waters Property Rights - Everyone Benefits The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a $3,318,000 grant to study and reduce surface water run-off due to agricultural practices in two Michigan For over a half century, agriculture has played a major role in addressing environ- regions. Beginning in 1991, the money mental concerns through the use of proper conservation, the development of erosion will be used in the Saginaw Bay area and control structures, the planting of windbreaks, the proper use of chemicals and in Lenawee County to reach farmers via pesticides, conservation reserve programs, the planting of cover crops, and many other educational programs, demonstrations, techniques. Farmers devote their own effort as well as a good deal of theirfinancial technical assistance and, under certain cir- resources into accomplishing these positive environmental projects. cumstances, cost sharing projects. They do this for one reason: the property that they are improving is theirs, and the The USDA grant for the Saginaw Bay benefits that accrue from proper environmental programs will benefit not only the area project totals $2,058,000 to be used environment, but them personally, by enhancing their property and making it better through 1995 for introducing new and for the next generation. No farmer that f'm acquainted with will deny agriculture's innovative water quality management major role in the future of a clean environment in our country. technology to farmers. The project in- cludes 535,000 acres in portions of Bay, Disturbingly, a new school of thought entertains the idea that farm land should not Tuscola, Saginaw and Huron counties, 95 remain in the control of farmers when it comes to developing sound environmental percent of which is farmed. practices and procedures. The thought is that the land belongs to everyone and that, consequently, the government should have the responsibility for determining what In Lenawee County, $1,260,000 is to be cultural and environmental practices are best for that land. used through 1995 to encourage farmers to adopt existing water quality manage- This philosophy is beginning to show itself in a number of areas, most notably in the ment practices for their operations. The legislative and regulatory arena. Legislation, like the currentfederalfarm program, program will focus on the Wolf Creek mandates that farmers will comply with certain environmental restrictions, such as Watershed, which consists of about developing a conservation plan for farms with highly erodible land, before they can 48,000 acres in the north-central portion become eligiblefor participation in the benefits of the federal farm programs. This is of the county, about 58 percent of which an example of a government program which tends to start out meaning well, but in the is cropland. end is a forced method of taking private property rights away from the landowner. The activities will be administered Even something as seemingly straight-f01ward as the Right To Farm Guidelines that through a joint effort by the Michigan have been adopted by Michigan State University, the Department of Agriculture, and Agricultural Stabilization Conservation farmers in general across this state, are now being perceived by some as an opportunity Service, Soil Conservation Service to be turned into rules and regulations that infringe on the private property rights of (SCS), Michigan State University farmers. Cooperative Extension Service, with as- sistance provided by MSU's Agricultural Private property rights is a major issue with your Farm Bureau organization and a Experiment Station and the Michigan focus of our recent Washington, "D.C. Legislative Seminar. It is an issue that we will Department of Agriculture, according to continue to closely monitor so that you, the Farm Bureau member, can share with your Mark Hansen, MSU Extension agricul- elected officials the importance of maintaining private ownership of property in this ture and marketing program leader. country. Hansen says the projects will focus on We need to continue to remind ourselves and others that the right of private ownership "Best Management Practices (BMPs)" for of land, is a right that many people around the world are giving their lives to achieve. farmers with recommendations including So if there is ever a time that we need to not take something for granted, that time is broader use of Integrated Pest Manage- now and the issue is the private ownership of property. ment, no-till and other practices that help reduce soil erosion, improved handling and storage of practices of fertilizers and chemicals, soil testing, and improved methods for overhead and sub-irrigation Jack Laurie, President practices. Michigan Farm Bureau A Publication of Michigan Farm Bureau MACMA Cover: Spring 1991 Holland's Tulip Time Festival kicks off May 8th running Spring Sale through May 18th, as millions of tulips blossom over thousands of acres. Against this background, klompen (wooden shoe) dancers perform and three parades and nine musical and variety shows are staged. The 62-year- old Tulip Time Festival is the fifth largest festival in the NEW United States. Take time to enjoy all of Michigan's agricul- tural bounty as you make your vacation and travel plans. Photo: Michigan Travel Bureau For more Tulip Time Festival information call the Holland • U-Bake Croissants Convention and Visitors Bureau at (616) 396-4221. • Melon Chunks • Citrus Salad (fresh chilled In This Issue sections) 4 Meteorite Search Underway Rural residents of Michigan are asked to be on the lookout 10 Bees Mean Business • 88~ per pound So Long Hot Dogs Michigan's Beekeeping industry and agricultural significance • 79~ per pound Asparagus Spears hydrocooled 16 Wetlands Construction A look at the Small Wetlands Restoration Program • U-Bake Croissants almost 1/2 the cost of previously offered pre-baked 22 Is Your Lawn Ready for Summer? Quick tips for a healthy, beautiful lawn all summer Of Special Interest Bonnymill Bed and Breakfast Order by Conversion of an outdated grainmill into a bed and break- fast operation gives the Ebenhoes and the town of Wednesday Chesaning great pride. April 24th Rural living is Published Quarterly: By the Michigan Farm Bureau Information and Public Relations Division. Publication and editorial offices at 7373 West Saginaw Highway, Lansing, Michigan 48917, Post Office Box 30960 (zip 48909); phone 1-517-323-7000. For more details and a full Subscriptions: $1.50 per year to associate members, included in annual dues. $3 per year non-members in Michigan list of products, contact your $5 per year non-members out of state. Publication No. 345040. Established Jan. 13, 1923, as Michigan Farm News, name changed to Michigan Farm News Rural living Dec. 1, 1981. Third-class postage paid at Lansing, Michigan and county Farm Bureau or call at additional mailing offices. 1-800-292-2680 ext. 2305. Editorial: Dennis Rudat, Editor and Business Manager. Staff Contributors: Cary Blake; Mike Rogers; Connie Turbin; Donna Wilber; Henry Huisjen. Officers: Michigan Farm Bureau President, Jack Laurie, Cass City; Vice President Wayne Wood, Marlette; Administrative Director, Charles Burkett; Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, Tom Parker; Secretary, William S. Wilkinson. Directors: District 1, Marlin Outman, Constantine; District 2, Blaine VanSickle, Marshall; District 3, Diane Horning, Manchester; District 4, Tom Guthrie, Delton; District 5, Mark Smuts, Charlotte; District 6, Wayne Wood, Marlette; District 7, Larry Snider, Hart; District 8, Richard Leach, Saginaw; District 9, Joshua Wunsch, Traverse City; District 10, Margaret Kartes, West Branch; District 11, Robert Wahmhoff, Baraga. At-Large: Douglas Darling, Maybee; Jack Laurie, Cass City; Faye Adam,Snover; Jan Vosburg, Climax. Promotion and Education, Holly Porter, Manchester. Young Farmers, Steven Gonyea, Spruce. Rural Living Spring 1991 Rural Residents Asked to Join Meteorite Search! Murphy says the meteorite, according to several witnesses, exploded about 12-15 miles from the ground over the Tecumseh area. "But I think the object may have broken apart before it got over Michigan, so we ended up with a stream of flying objects over the south central part of the state and Ohio. I wouldn't be surprised if we have material spread over a much larger area than just around Tecumseh." Finding one of the elusive fragments can contribute to our understanding of how the solar system was formed, according to Murphy. "Pieces of a meteorite tell us something about the bodies we call ,astroids' that circle the sun between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. So every piece we find is actually a piece of space, a Scientists believe a meteorite exploded over mid-Michigan early on the morning piece of material that formed millions of of Dec. 7,1990. And now, rural people are being asked to contribute to our miles away," he said. "It can tell us what scientific understanding of meteorites by keeping an eye out for fragments of the the other planets are made of and what we object that may be laying in fields or woodlots. as humans are made of. Instead of spend- ing billions of dollars to send a spacecraft to this region of our solar system, a piece Racing through space at a blinding of it came to us in the form of the speed, the UFO sliced into the thick at- meteorite. It's up to us now to try and find mosphere of an ocean-blue planet. As the pieces." friction heated the object to a red hot blaze, it exploded into a shower of fiery If aiding science isn't enough to send you fragments that came to rest somewhere into a rock-hunting frenzy, how does a on the surface of the alien world. $1,000 reward sound? That's not the plot from the latest "Ron Farrell, a meteorite collector from science-fiction flick in the video store. Connecticut, has offered to pay $1,000 The alien world is Earth, and the UFO is for the first piece of the meteorite that is actually a large meteorite. found," Murphy said. "These objects have some value to collectors, although "This spring and summer, farmers and we certainly hope that anyone finding other rural people should look for an pieces will consider donating them to us unusual or misplaced rock or group of for their scientific value." If you think You may join the ranks of such immor- you've found a fragment of the rocks that looks like concrete with a tal meteorite discoverers as Kalkaska mysterious interstellar visitor, contact darkened outer part," said Doug Murphy, county farmer Arthur Sieling. He was Murphy at Abrams Planetarium, a meterorite-hunter on the staff of plowing afield in 1948 when hefound Michigan State University, East Lansing Abrams Planetarium at Michigan State a large chunk of nickle-iron meteorite. University. "The rock would be on top of (517 -355-4676). That object now occupies a place of the ground, and there may be some dis- honor in the Abrams Planetarium turbed earth around it." display case. Rural Living Spring 1991 w~~em"!r eJa TTviL~eA'tiiG~,~~ ~~K;:/!i!ir .~.~;:;.~. ~t~.:i:lllir "..... ','""",,""<' "'i:','z',.' .. ,..J:]' ~;(16U~f~~~}~~..~ :"'" " n h?~li~~~ tax and a Las Veg'~~discount book. ~',~ x "be~rture Friday and re~T on, Monday. 1m, ~tr ~tt ...... ~ ~,,:w; MAY TOI!!RS ,,:J'fd Tu'i~:':S:::~t:n~ay, tlp~'~~~al~~11 be in full swing today a~lre visit Windmill Island a~d) May 16, JULY TOURS Murder Mystery Train 'gatc~j;i~jl:!~e. We will view the parad~lfrom our comfortable lawn, ' ,,'~ Cost: $97.50 per person, one-day trip Ai bhair~~ a! enjoy our included dinner ,the old School House t t~ Enjoy dining and detecting aboard the Murder Mystery Train! Depart and much more. A memor991e spring day! @;-: t. '.tliom Detroit's Amtrak Station to begin your odyssey of intrigue. Solve g~ . "dues on a seven hour tour of Michigan and conclude with dinner :s:;::::::;:- Washington, D. C. an~~pettysburg - ".';' when the murderer and motives are revealed! Private parnes provide )Y" ,:~:,:t:,.. ', Marv/ 16- 20 ' ,.:'991 ..::1 ,\.excellent entertainment for any occasion. Available at $309.50 per ~:). ~..~ Cost: $369 per ~}son. ~ person for weekend excursion. Eijjoy ~erican history and beauty via~~eluxe motorcooch with the ,~rvices of an experienced travel escort: Also included are hotel ,""W F~ ki, Deadwood Ramblin' and Gamblin' ~;;Ji&acc;"9mmodations, baggage handling; taxes & some meals. Cost: From $694 per person, based on double occupancy Explore the exciting history of South Dakota during Mt. Rushmore's \' JUNE T0'2RS 50th anniversary. Price includes roundtrip motorcooch tour from Chicago, five nights hotel accommodations, five dinners, Deadwood \ Steamboat C~arm gaming halls, Boot Hill, Black Hills Passion Play, Mt. Rushmore, Cost: From $699 per person, basea on double occupancy. Custer State Park jeep tour and Badlands National Park. Enjoy steamboating and the splendor of-The Old South for four days Departures in June and August as well. and three nights on the DELTAQUEEN. Your trip includes roundtrip airfaretrom Detroit, accommodations on the boat, sailing from New Orleans all meals, entertainment and aCtivities while aboard. Ports l of call include Nottoway Plantation and Rosedown Planta~on in St. FrancisvillE;,Louisiana. Optional pre or post hotel stopovers available Note: All packages are subied to availability. Prices are subiect to change in New Orleans. Departure on Friday, return Monday. ar variation for 1991. Airport/pier transfers not included in New Orleans. for more information on how to book your GETAWA Y caI/1-B00-354-4272 __ .MICHIGAN 'II. FARM BfJREAfJ .YPCS Student Summer Institute For Educators Implementing Agriculture in School Curriculums Search is On Michigan teachers have a Outstanding high school students unique opportunity to learn eligible to attend the Michigan Farm how to implement agricul- Bureau Young People's Citizenship tural facts into their existing Seminar, June 17-21, at Olivet Col- teaching curriculums for lege, will be participating in one of the kindergarten through the finest programs for young people in 12th grade. The second an- our state. YPCS "graduates" return to nual "Summer Institute For their communities with the knowledge, Educators" is scheduled for commitment and enthusiasm for par- June 19-28,1991, at Kinawa ticipating in our democratic way of life. Middle School in Okemos, near Michigan State Eligible students are: high school University campus. juniors and seniors in the 1991-92 school year; interested in govern- ment, social and economic issues, Twelve urban and rural K-12 teachers Schultz and her 28 students were honored and/or politics; potential leaders or attended the first Summer Institute for recently during the state Future Farmers of those who participate well in large Educators, piloted in 1990, from Lansing, America convention at MSU, for their "Ag group settings; articulate and willing Gaylord, Kalamazoo, Saginaw and other in the Classroom" experience. During the to speak to groups after the seminar; schools. convention, class members presented and from either a farm or non-farm background. Gov. John Engler with an autographed, According to MFB Promotion and Educa- inflated cow that had hung in their class- During the conference, over 200 tion Department Manager Julie Chamber- room this past year. young men and women will par- lain, educators attending the institute ticipate in mock voter registration, learn how to use real life examples from Interested teachers need to get an enroll- political party conventions, cam- the food and fiber system to teach science, ment form from Julie Chamberlain at paigns, and voting. Dynamic speakers social studies, economics, math, language Michigan Farm Bureau by calling 1-800- who are recognized experts in the arts and a host of other subjects. 292-2680, ext. 3213, or by calling the in- fields of economics, world cultures structor, Dr. Eddie Moore, Professor, "The institute, offered by Michigan State and governments, and personal Department of Agriculture and Extension University, is a three credit course that can growth will background the students Education, at (517) 355-6580. Enroll- be counted as undergraduate, graduate or on their role as citizens of the United ments are limited and should be made soon continuing education credits for States and the world. to ensure a spot in the class. teachers," says Chamberlain. "All lessons The selection process varies, accord- correspond to science and social studies "This program has demonstrated a way to ing to program coordinator Julie M.E.A.P. (Michigan Educational Assess- put agriculture back into the school system Chamberlain. "Some students may be ment Program) objectives." on a year-around basis, but teacher aware- asked to prepare a written essay or ness is crucial to the success of this pro- take part in a personal interview:" Lans ing North western Elementary gram," says Chamberlain. teacher, Mary Schultz, attended the first County Farm Bureaus' pay registra- institute last year and developed an excit- tion fees with support of local busi- ing curricul urn for her 4th grade class. The Institute Topics nesses, leaving only transportation agriculture in the classroom experience - National Public Education Goals costs to be covered by the students. even included a class trip to Green - Global/International education For application and program informa- Meadows dairy farm, where students wit- - Gifted and talented student programs tion, contact your county Farm nessed a calf being born, cows being -International trade Bureau office. But hurry! Registration milked and fed. - Food and fiber system economics deadline is May 1, 1991. - Classroom activities that work "The children have enjoyed everything - Michigan's food and fiber system we've presented from the institute," says - New career opportunities Schultz. "The institute gave me lots of - Michigan's natural resources good ideas to bring back and incorporate - Decision-making and choices into the classroom this past year." Rural Living Spring 1991 Wanted - Agricultural Farm Bureau Insurance-MHSAA Professionals Winter Scholar-Athletes Named A critical need in agriculture and natural resource areas is to attract and educate professionals for scien- Sarah Louise VandenBout, Grand church youth group. Sarah maintains a tific and technical needs, says a Rapids Northview High School, and Dean 4.0 grade point average and plans to pur- USDA report developed at Purdue E. Woolcock, Stockbridge High School, sue a teaching career. University. College students looking were selected by a panel of educators as for a career choice should not over- recipients of the Winter Michigan High Woolcock co-captained the basketball look preparing for scientific and techni- School Athletic Association Scholar-Ath- and golf teams and was chosen most cal careers in agriculture. There's a lete Award, a $1,000 scholarship spon- valuable player in baseball, while also steady and growing need for such sored by Farm Bureau Insurance. Sarah lettering in track. He's active in student jobs. and Dean competed against 153 ap- government, band, scouting, and 4- Hand plicants (78 women and 75 men), divided will graduate class salutatorian. Dean Charles Hess, USDA assistant among eight geographic regions in looks forward to studying math or secretary for science and education, Michigan. science in college. said the report is not surprising since there is a projected annual shortfall of "We're committed to the communities and "We continue to be extremely impressed 11 percent in highly trained people to people in Michigan and the future of our with the achievements of the student- fill agri-science and agri-business state rests on the education of our young athletes applying for this award," said positions. people," said Larry W. Thomas, executive John E. Roberts, executive director of the "Highly skilled professionals are re- vice president of Farm Bureau Insurance. Michigan High School Athletic Associa- quired to address concerns on food "Time can take away the ability or oppor- tion. "The finalists are the true cream of safety, environmental quality, natural tunity to compete on the athletic field. the crop and epitomize the meaning of resource conservation and economic Education, however, is forever. scholar-athlete. " competitiveness, all high priority inter- VandenBout lettered and co-captained in Applications for scholar athletes are ests among the American public," both volleyball and softball. She's a mem- provided through MHSAA to member Hess said. ber of the student council, National Honor school principals and through Farm Jane Coulter, deputy administrator for Society, Women's Chorus, Spanish Club, Bureau Insurance agents. higher education of the Cooperative Students Against Drunk Driving, and her State Research Service, USDA, said "We aren't talking about the next 10 to Larry Thomas of Farm Bureau Insurance (left) and Jack Roberts of 20 years. We have a shortage now, MHSAA (right) presented Woolcock and VandenBout their awards during and with the growing strategic impor- half-time ceremonies at the Class B Boys' Basketball Championship game tance of our food, agricultural and at The Palace of Auburn Hills on March 23. natural resource system, the problem is critical." Other finalists Joseph J. Gerry .... White Pine Pamela J. Kangas .. , Hancock Brian M. Eyth West Branch Amy Erin Portenga Traverse City Chris D. Jensen Cedar Springs Jared Boss Saginaw Heritage Kristina R. Kreger Dryden Derek Fleck Richard-Gull Lake Tamara L. Gardner .. Bangor Jennifer Voigt ..... Jackson Michael E. Valentine .. Grosse lie Lisa Kay Riley Grosse lie Karl White St. Clair Shores Ann lillie Birmingham-Seaholm Rural Living Spring 1991 A restored grain elevator, the Bonnymill offers a Victorian atmosphere with the charm of a bed and breakfast. Located on the boulevard in Chesaning, the Bon- nymill is locally owned and operated by itsfounders the Ebenhoehfamily. built to serve the area's successful Six months later, the Bonnymill officially farmers. "This mill was where farmers opened its doors on Nov. 9, 1989, to a delivered their grain. We brought our crowd of local wellwishers who toured the Located in the small rural town of grain here," said Bonnie. "This building inn and marveled at its beauty, many of Chesaning in southwest Saginaw County, has been part of our lives and we wanted them noting their own contributions to the the Bonnymill Inn is the ultimate bed and to preserve it." restoration process. "This was a proud mo- breakfast experience. Once a grain mill ment for the entire town," said Bonnie. owned by Farm Bureau Services and Howard agrees that sentimental ties saved "We are proud to be part of a community facing demolition, the structure was sal- the dilapidated structure. "This mill was a that rallied together to preserve a local vaged by Farm Bureau members Howard cooperative and as a member, I owned part landmark. The fact that it took only six and Bonnie Ebenhoeh, who own a 525 of it. When the original mill burned in months to complete was a miracle that acre cash crop farm near Chesaning which 1932, my father put in $100 to rebuild it. only community spirit could foster. If we is operated by a son. Today, the converted That was quite an effort during the had hired contractors, it would have taken grain mill offers 24 rooms and suites with Depression, especially since he was rais- a lot longer to finish." five more under construction. ing 13 kids," he said. Today, the Bonnymill Inn is the ultimate Why did the Ebenhoehs renovate the grain "We could have just leveled this place," getaway experience. Each of the 24 rooms mill? Why not bulldoze it down and start said Howard. "That's what happened to (18 rooms and six suites) is decorated anew? Converting a nearby apartment the elevator across the street. But we differently in either country or Victorian house or one of several other local homes wanted to preserve as much of the mill and decor (with one art deco) and each is into a bed and breakfast facility would its contents as possible." The Ebenhoehs named after members of the Ebenhoeh certainly have been easier. It was for sen- held an auction and successfully sold the family including suites named for timental reasons that the unanimous fami- mill equipment to other grain elevator Bonnie's and Howard's parents. Hand- ly decision was made to purchase the mill owners. Once the financing was approved, made bedspreads, pillow shams and cur- and tackle the huge task of transforming it the renovation process began. tains grace the rooms. A beautiful oak into the showcase it is today. staircase takes guests to rooms on the "We did almost all of the work ourselves," second floor. Each of the suites has a The village of Chesaning was founded as boasts Bonnie. "If it took 20 hours a day jacuzzi. a result of the lumber industry boom in to finish a job, then we worked 20 hours. that area. Then agriculture prospered and The only licensed people we hired were an A fireplace generates heat and light for became the community's economic electrician and plumber. The rest of the those who gather around the tables in the mainstay. Grain mills and elevators were work we did ourselves." lobby for brunch or simply to enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Scrapbooks on the coffee table contain pictures of the old mill and the restoration process. Above the Rural Living Spring 1991 It took the Ebenhoehs a year to con- vince their banker to loan them the money for their ambitious conversion plans. In the meantime, the entire Ebenhoeh family and their many friends began the tedious task of remov- ing old mill equipment. After six Some of the ceiling beams are the original braces from the mill, a few with names months of dedicated work, the transfor- of farmers from the past carved in the wood. Sections of the original mill floor mation was complete. add to the nostalgic flavor of the Bonnymilliobby. registration desk are cherished artifacts A Positive Impact including an old butter chum. Wann, The transformation from an old grain mill Bed and Breakfast cheerful employees like the Ebenhoeh' s to a unique bed and breakfast facility has daughter Carol, who manages the inn, are been a boost for the local economy, ac- Directory Available always there to help make the stay of cording to Chamber of Commerce Presi- guests an unforgettable experience. dent Brian Bila. "I've seen an economic More than 400 bed and breakfast inns improvement in the Chesaning economy Spreading the Good Word are located in the Great Lakes state, since the Bonnymill came on board," he Informing potential bed and breakfast mostly in the southwest and northwest said. "Chesaning is a revitalized, rural customers of a new facility is always the areas. There are also a number of inns town due to many tourist related busi- ultimate challenge for inn owners, so nesses. The Bonnymill is indeed a major across the Upper Peninsula. when the opportunity came along to be attraction that will bring even more featured in the the national "Country" A Michigan bed and breakfast direc- tourists into this area." tory has been developed through a magazine, the Ebenhoehs took advantage Chesaning is perhaps best known for joint effort by the state of Michigan and of it with some reluctance. The writer who "Showboat," a week-long festival that at- the Lake-to-Lake Bed and Breakfast was assigned to do a series of articles on tracts music lovers from everywhere of- Association. bed and breakfast inns across the country and rank them for the magazine's readers fering such past musical acts as Pat Boone For your free copy, call the Michigan asked if she could visit the Bonnymill. "I and The Osmonds while traveling down Travel Bureau at 1-800-543-2YES or was apprehensive at first," said Bonnie. the Shiawassee River on a riverboat. write to: Michigan Travel Bureau, P.O. "Here we were only open for two and a Comedienne Phyllis Dillar was a big hit Box 30226, Lansing, M148909, or call half months and we were going to be last year, and she stayed that week at the the Bed and Breakfast Association at critiqued in a major, national magazine. Bonnymill. "Our tourism industry builds 616-228-7014 or write to: Lake-to- But we needed the exposure, so I accepted off of each other. Every tourism dollar Lake Bed and Breakfast Association, her offer." generates seven dollars in our community. Rt. 2, Box 183, Cedar, MI 49621. The Bonnymill will be good for us and we The Bonnymill not only passed the will be good for them," said Bila. writer's .critique for being featured, but also scored three and one half points out of a possible four in the rankings. "After the article was published, we started receiving phone calls from all over the country," said Bonnie. Rural Living Spring 1991 Bees Mean Business! Busy as bees ...Mind your own beeswax ...Sweet as honey ...Familiar phrases with a ring of truth, for honey bees intent on sup- plying their honey-filled combs have little interest in more than collecting pollen and nectar and making a beeline straight Michigan State University's Department for their hive. Left undis- of Entomology, for the Michigan Great Unlike wild or feral bee colonies such turbed, the honey bee's in- as wasps, hornets, and bumble bees, the Lakes Pollination News, "Feral (wild) honey bee hive generally survives the colonies have been a vast overlooked stinctive search for winter with as many as 20,000 bees. In resource. Estimates have indicated that the wild, only the queen survives the 50 percent or more of the pollinating bees blossoms in field or or- winter and must establish the new colony have come from feral colonies. That ratio each year. Little wonder that by early may be changing fast because of the in- chard occupies its summer, the beekeeper's colonies house flux of two parasitic mites affecting the upwards of 50,000 honey bees, while the honey bee populations." daylight hours from the hive of wild bees may reach only 20,000 or so during the entire summer. The mites, the tracheal mite and varroa first warm days of spring mite, threaten to wipe out wild bees en- through early fall. That Since most of us are not bee lovers, our tirely. Beekeeper Ray Montague of Ovid, response to the dismal annual propaga- says that while the apiarist can treat instinctive search pol- tion of wild bees is something sym- domestic colonies using such natural pathetic like "Gee, that's really too products as menthol crystals and linates countless acres of bad ...... " But the lower seasonal popula- vegetable oil strips to offer some protec- tion combined with an infestation by two tion for the bees, wild bees remain com- Michigan agricultural mite varieties which kill both wild and pletely unprotected. domestic bees, could mean fewer bees to commodities from apples pollinate fruits, vegetables and flowers If the feral population continues to and a greater reliance on domestic bee decline, says Hoopingarner, the pol- to zucchini. linator population in Michigan may not colonies. be large enough without increasing the According to a February 1991 report number of hives or colonies set into the written by Roger Hoopingarner, Ph.D., of orchards. Rural living Spring 1991 Montague, who manages over 800 bee other hand, a Michigan spring can mean colonies on his central Michigan farm, is cold days and the bees may fly only one one of the state's commercial pollinator or two hours a day. services and also harvests honey from the operation. While renting his colonies in Harvesting the honey crop generally be carefully cut from the honeycomb the spring brings in added income -- the begins in June, after the blueberry pollina- frames taken from hives. average rate is $30 per acre -- Montague tion. Until that time, the honey bee colony is intent on expanding the brood of young For Ray Montague, the honey business says it brings long hours of work early in bees. Nurturing the 2,000 or more eggs hasn't always been sweet, requiring long the season with honey harvest still ahead. layed each day by the queen bee requires hours and filled with the frustrations of "The major part of my business is honey much of the pollen, nectar and water col- running a small business. Nevertheless, production. That's lected by the bees. he says that he enjoys working with bees probably about five Montague, who manages The rule of thumb, and doesn't regret his decision to expand his hobby and part-time enterprise to a times the pollinating over 800 bee colonies on says Montague, is income." he says. that each developing full-time business some 30 years ago. "Pollinating means his central Michigan bee larvae requires While beekeeping is not for everyone, working long night farm, is one of the state's one honeycomb cell of honey and pollen Montague says, "It's a nice hobby or hours moving the commercial pollinator to nourish it. sideline business. You can get into it as a colonies in and out of services and also harvests hobbyist for about $150 for one hive." . the orchards. When By July the bees are Supplies are minimal and include the the grower wants the honey from the operation. producing well and honeycomb foundations of wax, deep and colonies setting in the there's a good supply shallow wood hive frames, a smoker gun orchard, he wants of pollen and nectar available from to quiet the bees when handling them, them then. And when it's time for the wildflowers and clovers. Because of the and, of course, the bees. Bees and the very spray schedule, the grower wants those number of colonies he manages with little necessary queen bee are available in colonies moved out." hired help, Montague says that he takes off packages from suppliers in the southern Weather is an important factor in good honey from the hives only once a season states. Or if you've really got a bee in your pollination, too, says Montague. If the and is sometimes working to process the bonnet and can't wait to get started, Mon- weather is warm, he says, the bees may be honey into late fall. With fewer colonies, tague says you can just go to a beekeeper flying all day and visiting many flowers. the beekeeper may be able to collect and buy a hive. Beekeepers are pretty In this case, fewer bees are needed. On the honey several times during the months of honest folk, he says, and you won't have July through October. Average honey to worry about getting stung. production per colony in Michigan is 80 pounds, but Montague averages 100 pounds from his hives. Unheated honey, taken directly from the extractor in Montague's "honey house," is Michigan Honey Facts popular with some customers who come directly to the farm in the fall. This un- heated honey product has good flavor and Honey production in Michigan retains some of the natural oils, says Mon- during 1990 totaled eight million tague, but it granulates more quickly. pounds -- a 12 percent increase over the previous year. The honey products familiar to most con- sumers are heated and refined to extract The production statistics from the even fine grains of honeycomb and pollen, Michigan Agricultural Statistics Montague's colonies are rented for Service includes only honey taken giving a much clearer liquid and longer tree fruits including cherries, apples, shelf life. Although only a few producers by producers with five or more hives and blueberries. Colonies are also in production. Producers with five or in Michigan market cut honeycomb, the rented commercially for a variety of unheated, natural product is still available. more colonies had a total of crops in Michigan including canoia, Harvesting and market preparation for cut 100,000 colonies in production alfalfa, June clover, cucumbers, and honeycomb is very labor intensive, says during the same period; 2,000 less melons. than in 1989. Montague, since the comb and honey must Rural Living Spring1991 Safety First on Rural Roads and drive more slowly when road and National weather conditions become unsafe. figures indicate Rural roads may be rough, narrow, and that approximate- have abrupt curves, hills, and valleys. ly twice as many Dust and snow can make travel hazard- people are killed ous. on rural highways and roads as on - Traffic signs at rural intersections may city streets and be missing, damaged, or hidden by expressways. In vegetation. Always slow and be prepared Michigan, reports to stop at intersections, narrow bridges, from the State and all rural railroad crossings. Police reveal that motorists and - Be alert for slow-moving farm slow-moving farm equipment become in- vehicles. Most slow vehicles will display volved in accidents on public roads at the a red-and-orange slow-moving vehicle rate of almost one per day: sign along with flashing lights. When approaching a farm vehicle, reduce your Here are some statewide figures from speed and be prepared to stop. Before 1989: passing, check for oncoming traffic and also check your rearview mirror to 'see if - Most accidents occurred on dry roads someone is trying to pass you. Why buy several during daylight. machines when ours tills, beds and over.the. - Watch for loose farm or wild animals row cultivates? It also - Most two-vehicle accidents were rear- on the road. When traveling through deer : thatches and aerates. Easy. to.change tines adapt to end collisions. Keep in mind that a country, be alert to deer crossing warn- any gardening need. motorist traveling 55 mph on a rural road ings. who sees a tractor 400 feet ahead travel- ing at 15 mph has only seven seconds to - Watch for pedestrians. If necessary, tap slow down and avoid a crash. your horn to alert them -- but don't frighten them by blasting your horn. The safest, - In urban areas, a third of the people most efficient killed in motor vehicle accidents are wood heat system on the market, the pedestrians. In most rural fatal accidents, TAYLOR water- by contrast, the victims are in the vehicle. stove sits outside And while impaired driving and failure to and heats your home and 100% wear safety belts are major concerns in of household hot both urban and rural areas, high speeds water. and unsafe road conditions escalate the -UL listed - Thermostatic control death rate in the countryside. -12 to 24 hour burn tim~ Call 1.800.545.2293 for more details. 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The bottom carry no pre-existing condition line, however, remains the clauses. Prescription, dental and same: everybody wants the best vision coverage options are also possible coverage at the lowest available to qualified groups. possible rates. This is where Farm Bureau has good news If you're a small business owner for small business owners. who is dissatisfied with your present employee health care With over 40 years of experience plan - or a small business in providing individual health owner who is ready to initiate care plans, Farm Bureau is now your first employee health care offering six Blue Cross Blue plan - contact your local Farm Shield plans and two Blue Cross Bureau office. We'll listen to Blue Shield PPO plans specially your health care coverage needs, designed for groups with 2 to 99 tailor a package to suit your employees. All plans have no preferences, and then cut to the bottom line. Protecting the interests of small business Farm Bureau, specialists in by understanding the interests of small business... all business insurance needs, can be depended on to protect the interests of small business because we understand the interests of small business. What matters to you matters to us. For further information, call &. 1-800-292-2680 or contact your local Farm Bureau office. WHERE BELONGING T . Blue Cross BI~~ MAKES A ... MICHIGAN DIFFERENCE. ,_. FARM BUREAU You could say that Michigan's Soil Con- of the SCD' s "customers" are using the servation District offices are "seedling trees for one of four major environmental Planting central" each spring as the local SCDs raise funds and assist landowners with tree planting and reforestation projects. Ac- goals: developing a windbreak, creating a wildlife habitat, preventing soil erosion, or reforesting open land. forthe cording to Murray Stall, SCD technician in Eaton County, the program has been operating at least since 1950. In 1990, An illustrated brochure distributed with the seedlings provides good general in- formation about site preparation, weed more than 200,000 tree seedlings were Future distributed in Eaton County alone, he reported. control, care of seedlings, planting, and maintenance of the plantings. Order periods vary by several weeks The Eaton County SCD staff suggest that around the state but generally counties if you missed the annual tree planting take prepaid orders during the first three seedling sale through your local Soil Con- F or the dedicated nurturer of tender plants, or for the frugal and patient cul- months ofthe year. Deliveries are general- ly scheduled for the second week in April servation District, be sure to watch for announcements in January or February. and in some areas of the state, may extend Or plan to call the county SCD to find out tivator of garden and field, seeds and seed- into May. their ordering procedures and discuss a lings are a money saving way to bring reforestation project on your property. outdoor beauty to the landscape. And if Varieties available in Eaton County in- you know the right places to buy, you can clude white pine, scotch pine, red pine, get hundreds of seedling trees for pennies Austrian pine, white spruce, Norway a piece. spruce Colorado spruce, douglas fir, 3 black walnut, hybrid poplar, autumn olive, butternut, English walnut, and American chestnut. Selections are tailored to the Property Tax Reform r Anyone's Guess! Turn landowners, special requests and the growing area. ANew When the seedlings arrive from the T here are five different property tax cutting proposals ranging from a 20 per- growers, the trees are generally broken Leaf Y OU can turn a new leaf down into bundles of 25, 100, 500, and 1,000 for distribution. Sizes range from cent cut on school operating to total elimination of property tax. A package of bills has cleared the Senate and basically four to ten inches for most conifers and up encompasses Gov. Engler's proposal. in your neighborhood, too. Join me and plant a tree. For your to five feet for some deciduous trees. The Headlee Rollback petition is being free booklet, write: Tree City verified for valid signatures. Sen. Virgil According to Robert Baetsen, district con- USA, The National Arbor Smith's proposal offers substantial cuts servationist, trees can be purchased at any Day Foundation, for residential property tax, while the Nebraska City, SCD since there is no residence require- N ye-Oxender proposal calls for total NE 68410. ment to participate nor do the trees need property tax elimination. Concensus has to be planted in the county where they are not been reached on how to fund proper- purchased. ty tax reforms and reductions. There ap- He added that SCD personnel can also pears to be little support for increased or provide key information to assist the land- new taxes, but a property tax cut will owner in selecting the best varieties and to likely mean increases in taxes elsewhere. offer planting tips. Farm Bureau policy supports state Soil maps of the county give the SeD staff revenues paying a greater portion of the kind of information about what types school operating funds and reducing the of trees, optimum spacing and other infor- reliance on property taxes to finance mation that will meet the landowner's schools. needs and ensure that seedlings have a better chance of maturing on the site. Most Rural Living Spring 1991 Gardening Tips Solar Greenhouses o. Last year I tried growing flower a~vegetable seedlings in my base- ment for the first time. They grew well for the Home at first, then some suddenly wilted, fell used to choose the type of greenhouse over and died. The stems were all black that best suits your needs. The design and and shriveled-looking. What caused construction procedures provide this and how can I prevent it from hap- guidance on choosing a size, on selected pening again? glazings or covering materials, on build- ing frames and foundations, and on green A. The problem is damping-off, a house kits. Thirteen pages of plans for greenhouses and equipment are included. fungal disease of seedlings caused by common soil fungi. Damping-off can The bulletin also includes information on also cause seeds to rot and seedlings to solar heating and energy conservation. die even before they emerge from the The principles of solar heating are dis- soil. To prevent it, grow seedlings in a cussed as well as methods to take ad- sterile growing medium, such as a com- vantage of solar energy in design. The mercial peat-vermiculite mix, in Hobby greenhouses are an excellent energy conservation section discusses sanitized containers. Water to keep the way to extend the growing season for how to effectively heat greenhouses and growing medium moist but not soaked. fruits, vegetables, or herbs, or to provide methods to hold in heat when the sun The high humidity and warm tempera- additional room for house plants. Solar goes down. tures often used to speed germination Greenhouses for the Home, NRAES 2, can contribute to damping-off, so can from the Northeast Regional Agricultural Solar Greenhouse for the Home is avail- deep planting, over-crowding, over- Engineering Service (NRAES), provides able for $3.25 from NRAES, 152 Riley watering and over-fertilizing. Once es- information on all types of hobby green- Robb Hall, Cooperative Extension Ser- tablished, damping-off can spread houses from seasonal extenders for gar- vice, Ithaca, NY 14853. Postage and han- through seed flats very quickly. Discard dens, to window greenhouses, to free dling are included for U.S. orders. Make affected plants immediately. standing greenhouses. checks payable to NRAES or call (607) 255-7654 for more information or a free Solar Greenhouses for the Home is an Q. Making raised beds in the flower or vegetable garden sounds like a lot of extensively illustrated bulletin that can be publication catalog. work. What makes it worthwhile? A. Constructing raised beds is one way to garden in spite of poorly drained or compacted soils. Soils in raised beds Hol/and Tulip Festival- Thursday,May 16 drain faster and warm up quicker, so Cost: $69 per person you can plant earlier and haye fewer The festival will be in full swing today as we visit Windmillisland~nd problems with root rot and other dis- Dutch Village. We ~ the parade from our comfortable . hairs, enjoy our included dinner at: the Old School House and much /nO eases related to poor drainage. Unless A memorable spring day! you build beds so wide that you can't reach the middle to plant or weed, you won't have to step in them, so soil com- paction won't occur. Use wood treated with copper napthenate to prevent rot, and your raised beds will last for years. Fill the frames with a mixture of sand, soil and compost for good drainage and nutrient-holding capacity. Source: Michigan State University, Cooperative Extension Service. __ MICHIGAN _. FARItI BUREAU Wetland Construction The small wetland restoration pro- gram is generally focused on the development of shallow wetland areas of small acreage. Since 1989, 202 small wetland areas in Michigan have been restored, representing 543 acres. These 18-inch to three-feet deep areas of open water in which emergent vegetation will grow, at- tract migratory and nesting water- fowl and other forms of wildlife. Ever considered establishing a wildlife To gain the benefits of wetlands for - By holding water in place, wetlands refuge for waterfowl on your country wildlife and water quality, a half acre is a help improve water quality by acting as property? Now thanks to a program of- good starting point, suggested nutrient and sediment traps and permit- fered by the U.S. Department of Interior, Schumann, and he added that small wet- ting pollutants to be absorbed by plants Fish and Wildlife Service, you can do just lands probably offer optimum benefits. and also contribute to groundwater that and the government pays the tab. He pointed out that on larger wetland recharge for wells. areas the birds and wildlife may establish The Small Wetlands Restoration program territories, while smaller wetlands may Schumann recommends that landowners is separate from the programs ad- serve as "home" to several pairs of water- submit a copy of the wetlands contract to ministered by the U.S. Department of fowl and provide ample nesting area their local tax assessor. Although the Agriculture and has as its primary focus without territorial competition. local unit is under no obligation to pro- private non-farm landowners or non- vide a tax abatement, it may be viewed traditional farmers with land areas of a In the wetlands restoration effort, both the favorably and result in some tax savings, half acre or larger that can be restored to department and the landowner see the particularly where the restored wetland a wetland. benefits develop quickly to attract area was previously tilled. wildlife. There are other significant According to Len Schumann, U.S. benefits which are not so readily visible How can interested landowners identify Department of Interior Senior Wildlife as pairs of blue-winged teal and mallards acreage with potential for wetlands res- Biologist, Wildlife Assistance Office, the or Canadian geese: toration? Although there are many factors restoration project could be constructed that will be evaluated by the Department on land that was previously tiled or - Wetlands play an important role in the of Interior representatives, interested drained. "We're not talking about creat- storage of flood water. landowners should look for depressional ing deep pond areas of six to eight feet for areas in the field which mayor may not fishing, etc. We frequently gets calls from - By storing one acre-foot of water, wet- have been previously tiled. private landowners requesting informa- lands prevent approximately 330,000 tion about dredging wetlands or excavat- gallons of water going downstream to In evaluating restoration potential, Fish ing ponds, but the department doesn't cause someone else additional grief and Wildlife personnel also prefer a site fund these activities," said Schumann. during periods of high water or flooding. with a buffer area for nesting wildlife. In the initial contact, department personnel Rural Living Spring 1991 Landowners may initiate the restoration process at any time during the year by contacting one of the four zones in Michigan established by the department: - Seney National Wildlife Refuge (zone 1), 906-586-9851 - Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge (zone 2), 517-777-6590 - Ecological Services Field Office (zone 3), 517-337-6650 - Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (zone 4), 419-898-0014 will discuss the proposed wetland site with the landowner and, if that interview indicates that the area has potential for restora- tion, a site evaluation will be performed. The landowner is always encouraged to be present and to be a part of the planning. The program is continuous, said Schumann, but the optimum time for site evaluation and planning the restoration is mid- March through April with the construction season for restoration projects running from May through mid-October. If it appears, as a result of the preliminary interview, that the area is suitable for restoration, an on-site evaluation and plan- ning appointment will be arranged. If approved, the landowner will be asked to sign a ten-year agreement to dedicate the acreage to wetland for the length of the contract. No easements wetland area, very complex construction, or the incorporation are required. The department then schedules engineering and of special features or additions by the landowner. Annual in- construction. spection and follow-up by the department should be expected to monitor for damage to the dams or tile break, etc., to deter- The Department of Interior works closely with the Soil Conser- mine wildlife use and to check for the presence of aquatic vation Service to ensure that the project will not affect drainage vegetation. on adjoining farmland or neighboring properties. Schumann noted that the Fish and Wildlife Service prefers to "The entire process can take as little as three or four days," says work with properties where exemptions or variations in permit Schumann. "We pride ourselves on being able to respond and for the land use, drainage, etc. would not be required. The site get the wetland construction done quickly. If we make a evaluation by department personnel will include a review of any promise, we want to get it done." permits or restrictions that may apply. The average cost for wetland restoration is about $300, but may In 1991, the department has the goal of restoring 150 wetlands, go as high as $4,000. There are no charges to the landowner nor although thanks to the involvement of citizen volunteers and a to the project for consulting and planning services by depart- donation of $60,000, the possibility exists for much higher ment personnel. The department will pay for all construction participation. Volunteers in 45 lower Michigan counties will costs, arrange for equipment and labor and reseeding disturbed assist in conducting initial interviews and obtaining contract land and dams surrounding the wetland. A possible exception, signatures, where appropriate. The engineering, planning, and cautioned Schumann, would be in the restoration of a huge construction will be carried out through the department. Rural Living Spring 1991 Food Buy-Line Ada Shinabarger, Food Marketing Specialist, MSU Cooperative Extension SeNice Retail food prices are at the high end of the 2 to 5 percent range predicted by the U. S. Department of Agriculture for 1991, thus far. Higher priced items include ground chuck, sirloin tip roast, pork chops, bacon, apples, cereal and bread. -Golden Look for price increases on such items as fryers, and the more desirable, tender "mid-section" steaks now that the outdoor grilling season has arrived. Bacon prices Arches usually increase seasonally as we move into the bacon-lettuce-tomato sandwich season. Leaning The California drought can't help but increase the prices of a number of fresh fruits and vegetables normally purchased by Michigan consumers. Head lettuce is an item purchased, by both the household and institutional consumer, from California and Arizona throughout the year. One can use a variety of other greens or use cole slaw, but head lettuce is the old dependable that's difficult to replace, especially if it's for Move over Tower of Pisa, a salad bar or packaged salad. McDonald's Golden Arches soon may become the hottest architec- One way to keep a lid on food prices is to limit food purchases or even omit items tural attraction on earth that has for which one can find suitable substitutes. Often this doesn't greatly alter your anything to do with a lean. In eating; it may even improve it. For example, Florida is the chief source of grapefruit McDonald's case, the lean is its from October through March, when citrus products are at their peak supply and new low-fat hamburger -- the Mc- prices are generally reasonable. Lean Deluxe. California, on the other hand, becomes the the source of grapefruit during the spring and summer. In the best of years, these grapefruit are inferior and high-priced. But After only four months of test why eat fresh grapefruit in June or July anyway? By then, we have other fresh fruits marketing, McDonald's has an- from Michigan and nearby states which offer a nice change from the citrus we've nounced a nationwide rollout of been eating throughout the winter. McLean Deluxe, a quarter- pounder burger with less than Another related example is bananas, which are at record high prices due to an un- half the fat of the chain's regular usual confluence of bad weather, new markets in the Pacific Rim and overall high Quarter-Pounder. Meat for the demand. The wholesale prices are up 50 percent from a year ago and are expected new burger is selected from to increase further -- reportedly retail price levels of a $1 per pound or more. leaner cuts and the fat content is Consumers don't need to buy bananas much longer, regardless of price, as further reduced by a new process Michigan's homegrown fresh fruits and vegetables will soon be available (see using a common food additive Availability Guide on page 20). There's a strategy for getting the best value with made from seaweed, permitting these purchases also. Plan your big fresh fruit and vegetable purchases during the the removal of most fat. peak season. Remember: during peak harvest, quality and quantity are the highest, The additive, carrageen, holds while the prices are the lowest. the meat together with water, al- The Michigan Availability Guide is set up for a normal year, so become informed lowing the fat to be removed as to the progress of the current season. Then all you have to do is look at the guide without losing the flavor or tex- and make the necessary adjustment. Now there's no acceptable excuses for missing ture of the product, according to the blueberry or peach season! industry officials. The McLean Deluxe's cost is expected to be For those of you wanting to hold onto summer by freezing, canning or otherwise $1 .79 to $1 .84 -- on the pricier preserving our excellent Michigan produce, help is literally right around the comer. end of McDonald's menu. Each county Cooperative Extension office has at least one home economist who can supply you with the needed know-how to safely preserve food. Look under "County" in the white pages for the office nearest you. Most consumers preserve food today for uniqueness of flavor rather than to save money, but savings can be realized if you grow or pick your own produce. 1m Rural Living Spring 1991 .Market Basket up 6 Percent" Diet and Retail food prices rose 6 percent in the first quarter of 1991, according to Farm Bureau's price check of 16 frequently purchased foods. The survey, conducted by volunteers in 23 states, shows an average cost of $31.05 for the typical market bas- Health ket compared to $29.22 for the last quarter of 1990. Higher reported prices for ground chuck, sirloin tip roast, pork chops, bacon, ap- Myth: The risk of death from heart ples, potatoes, cereal, bread and mayonnaise contributed to the price increase. The disease and other diseases can be great- survey reflected lower prices for whole fryers, eggs, milk, cheddar cheese, flour and ly reduced if a person avoids eating a cooking oil. The February price hike reverses a 6.5 percent drop recorded the last meat-centered diet. quarter of 1990. Compared with one year ago, the February 1991 report represents an overall 4 percent increase in food prices. The survey is conducted during February, May, August and November. F act: Lean beef is regarded by leading health organizations and agencies as a valuable and appropriate part of American diets. The American Dietetic Association, the American Heart As- .Price Gouging on MILK? sociation, the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, and other organizations generally recommend 5 to 7 oz. of lean, Milk prices which have plummeted to farmers are going down much more slow- trimmed meat daily. Nutrition ly in retail outlets. Dairy processors contend the higher margins are needed to make authorities point out that trimmed beef up for losses when milk prices escalated in 1989 and the first part of 1990, and to provides large amounts of essential cover higher costs such as transportation. nutrients - such as iron, zinc, vitamin B- 12 and balanced protein. Kevin Kirk, livestock specialist"at MFB, said farm prices of milk have dropped by 32 percent from December of 1989 to December of 1990. He echoed farmer con- cerns at the widening spread between farm and retail prices of milk and dairy BaCkground: Excess fat, from any source, can contribute to development products. of illness. But beef and fat aren't neces- A study of possible price gouging at the retail level is currently underway, as re- sarily synonymous. Trimmed beef has quired in the 1990 farm bilI, by the USDA. American Farm Bureau is calling for a been part of diets which have con- congressional study of the relationship between farm and retail milk prices. tributed to improved health and to con- tinuing increases in the longevity of Americans. Government statistics show that red meat alone provides 28 percent -Low Fat Beef Goes To School of the protein, 23 percent of the iron, 36 percent of the zinc and 52 percent of the vitamin B-12 which Americans con- sume. It's a nutrient-dense food, supply- Producer funded research to develop lowfat ground beef has resulted in the ing large shares of essential nutrients in Agricultural Marketing Service CAMS) of the USDA to announce the special pur- relation to the calories it supplies. chase of 237,600 pounds of beef patties for use in the national school lunch pro- gram. The pilot purchase of low-fat ground beef is part of a program designed to Research on fatty acids shows that, on find a low-fat beef patty with acceptable flavor, tenderness, juiciness and texture. average, only 27 percent of the total fat in a serving of beef has the potential to Daniel D. Haley, Administrator of AMS, said five companies submitted a total of 13 elevate blood cholesterol levels. In fact, technical proposals in response to USDA's solicitation. Of the 13 proposals, six beef has no more cholesterol than chick- from three different firms were found acceptable. Product submitted by two of the en. The amounts of fat, saturated fats three acceptable firms was funded by research monies from producer checkoffs. and cholesterol in lean, trimmed beef The selected patties were shipped to specified schools, with an evaluation to follow. are low enough that beef is included in If those results prove favorable, a decision will be made on additional purchases of low-fat diets. low-fat ground beef patties for the 199 I-92 school year. Source: National Cattlemen's Association Rural Living Spring 1991 VEGETABLE ASPARAGUS BEANS (green & snap) BEETS -A vailability BROCCOLI BRUSSELS SPROUTS Guide For CABBAGE CARROTS CAULIFLOWER Michigan CELERY CORN. SWEET Grown Fruits CUCUMBERS (tor Pickles) CUCUMBERS (salad) & Vegetables GREENS (turnip. mustard. collards kale) & T LETTUCE. HEAD his chart is a buying guide for LETTUCE. LEAFY (leaf. bibb. Boston. & fruits, vegetables and other food Romaine) and horticultural products grown MUSHROOMS in Michigan. It shows a range of ONIONS availability because the season ONIONS. GREEN for fruits and vegetables vary PARSNIPS from year to year, and from one PEAS. SUGAR area of the state to another. PEPPERS. GREEN POT A TOES. WHITE The solid bars in the chart refer to RADISHES the peak periods of availability. RUTABAGAS These dates are longer than the SPINACH actual harvest dates when a sig- SQUASH. SUMMER" nificant portion of the crop is SQUASH. WINTER" stored and marketed after har- TOMATOES (fIeld) vest. Usual peak harvest dates TURNIPS are shown within the bar. To take full advantage of Michigan's bountiful growing season, be sure to order a copy APPLES (summer) of the Michigan Department of APRICOTS Agriculture's "Farm Market and BLACKBERRIES U-Pick Directory, "by calling BLUEBERRIES (517) 373-1058. The directory, CANTALOUPE with over 300 listings of farm CHERRIES. RED TART markets and U-pick operations, is CHERRIES. SWEET available at no charge. GRAPES NECTARINES PEACHES PEARS PLUMS RASPBERRIES RHUBARB (field) STRAWBERRIES ."',..:11 PEAK AVAILABlLlTY IUsual peak harvest dale is noted within solid bar. I "soft shell LIMITED SUPPLY "hard shell Cooper1ltlve extension Service Michigan State University extension Bulletin E-1942 (New) February 1986 Rural Living Spring 1991 &1iW$rld. Orlando, Florida EVERYBODY'S DuscH GAIU>ENS. U,.M'" IAt fl()tlD" ~ U~. Because ... Your Michigan Farm Bureau membership entitles you to discounts at the following major theme parks in the Midwest and Florida: D Universal Studios D Disney World/Epcot/MGM D Disney Land D Busch Gardens DSea World D Cypress Gardens D Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village D Cedar Point o Kings Island D Detroit Zoo o Pleasure Island D Opryland To take advantage of these discounts, call or write your county Farm Bureau office TODA Yl Tickets to Cedar Point, Kings Island, Detroit Zoo and Pleasure Island available 5/26191 in participating counties . ....... 1 tiY~ Kjtgs lslan