PROPERTY TAX REFORM A WAKEUP SCHOOL FINANCE CALL FOR SCHOOL REFORM NEEDS CAREFUL CONSIDERATION FINANCE REFORM Legislation passed by the Michigan House and The unprecedented action by the Legislature to eliminate property taxes as a source of school funding may be the right shock treatment needed to forge a consensus on education finance reform Senate would exempt all property from millage in our state. levied for local and intermediate school district operating purposes. That's good news for Michi- The members of our organization still support their policy that says we should shift the burden gan property owners, but the final impact on of financing education from the traditional property tax to some other form of revenue. In light schools is less certain. of June's defeat of Proposal A, it was clear that something needed to be done to force action on this issue. "The legislation would, in effect, reduce the property tax bills by 60 to 80 percent, depending We must now place our trust in the legislative process to complete the job of school finance reform. on the mix of millage for school operating, For better or for worse, the Legislature's action certainly focusses attention on a critical concern: county, township, and special assessments, if we eliminate property taxes, where are we going to find sufficient revenue to fund schools? etc.," explained MFB Legislative Counsel Ron Farm Bureau would be wary of efforts to generate revenue by broadening the base of the state Nelson. "The revenue lost to schools is esti- sales tax. The current sales tax exemptions that apply to agriculture are designed to promote mated at over $5.5 billion dollars, some of which agricultural production in Michigan and make our industry competitive with other states. We can be offset with savings from cost reductions will support the continued sales tax exemption status for all inputs directly related to agri- in other programs such as the Homestead cultural production. Credit and Public Act 116. There are other Current Michigan Farm Bureau policy says that a shift in school finance away from property taxes property tax credit programs for business and should be funded by a combination of increasing the state sales tax rate, increasing the income tax industry which could bring the total savings up and/or increasing other taxes. Any tax shift should be revenue neutral in its impact on the to $3 billion." agricultural industry. There are a number of questions surrounding Although school finances and property tax relief are the centerpiece of our concern about the legislation. The most important, is whether Michigan's tax system, in a broader sense we're talking about finding a way to increase the or not the allocated 15 mills for school operating potential for economic growth. called for in the Michigan Constitution will still High property taxes have been a drag on the rural, suburban and urban economies in this state. If be allowed. "It doesn't appear the allocated we have really removed that anchor, perhaps we'll finally begin accelerating economic growth to mills will be allowed any longer," Nelson said. the benefit of all Michigan citizens. But if we do indeed eliminate property taxes for school finance, "There is also a significant technical~egal prob- we must in turn carefully craft our reform efforts. We need appropriate school finance reform, but lem with the ability of the state to allocate funds not at the expense of a new tax structure that harms our economic potential. based on the Headlee Limitation," Nelson said. "It appears the state would be limited to ap- proximately $3.5 billion, leaving schools with an estimated $2 billion shortfall. Jack Laurie, President For the 1993/94 school year, it will be business as usual. Nelson said that if schools have bud- Michigan Farm Bureau get problems during the coming school year, it is not the fault of the new legislation. Beginning CAMPAIGN TO HELP CONSUMERS UNDERSTAND NEW LABELS in September of 1994, however, a substantial change in revenue sources for K-12 operating The Food and Drug Administration is launching sumers can't understand the labels or use the will take effect. an education campaign to help consumers un- new information," Cady said. derstand new food labels beginning to show up One ominous option from agriculture's stand- The new labels replace the existing small print point in replacing lost revenue is the suggestion on store shelves, says FDA Administrator David with easier-ta-read information. Instead of re- of removing exemptions from the sales tax. "If Kessler.The National Food Processors Associa- .( ferring to grams of each nutrient, the amounts tion and the USDA are cosponsors of the cam- that is the avenue taken by the Legislature, it of fat, carbohydrate or protein are listed as a paign, which features brochures for consumers will be very controversial," Nelson concluded. percentage of a typical, healthy daily diet, ac- and guidebooks for group leaders. "Those exemptions and credits have been cording to a release by United Press Interna- John Cady, president of the Food Processors tional. fought for and won over the years based usually Association, said the education campaign was on the argument that the tax is disproportionate Ellen Haas, assistant secretary of agriculture, to that particular taxpayer or group of taxpay- an important part of the new labeling program. said the new labels will enable consumers to ers." Cady estimated food companies will spend $2 make healthy choices, "if they understand billion to revise the labels on tens of thousands them." of products. "That cost will be wasted, if con- RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 .. Look at what's ,,= A Publication of Michigan Farm Bureau Summer 1993 ., NEW on your County Farm Bureau MACMA Sale and Save Photo: Michigan Travel Bureau • Cran Cherry Juice Cone. • Fajita Vegetables • Boneless Chicken Breats for Grilling In This Issue • New Breast of Chicken Microwave Entrees Chicken Cordon Bleu 4 CHILDREN'S FOOD SAFETY Hear from MSU's Dr. William Weil, NAS panel member. 15 FOOD SAFETY AND SUMMER BARBECUES Simple rules to follow as you enjoy summer. 16 LAWNMOWER SAFETY Avoid dangers from objects moving at 216 miles-per-hour. 18 AGENT COOPER & CHERRY PIE TV detective markets Michigan cherries. Of Special Interest 11 MFB'S HEALTH HARVEST ", Order from your County Farm Bureau The RURAL LIVING (ISSN 0743-9962) is published quarterly in the months of October, January, April, r . by Wednesday, July, as a service to associate members, by Michigan Farm Bureau, 7373 West Saginaw Highway, Lansing, MI 48917. Oct.. 30, 1992, Vol. 11, NO.3. Member subscription price of $1.50 included in annual August 25, 1993 dues of Michigan Farm Bureau associate members. Additional subscription fees required for mailing Rural Living to non-members and outside the continental U.S.A Second-Class Postage paid at Lansing, MI and additional mailing offices. Letters to the editor and statewide news articles should be sent to: Save big on OJ Editor, Rural Living, P.O. Box 30960, Lansing, MI 48909-8460. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rural Living, P.O. Box 30960, Lansing, MI 48909-8460. Editorial: Dennis Rudal. Editor and Business Manager. 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Maybee; Jack Laurie, Cass City; Faye Adam, CITY ZIP COUNIY snover; Jan Vosburg, Climax. Promotion and Education, Paul Swartzendruber. Young Farmers. THIS COUPON IS VALID THROUGH SEPTEMBER 25, 1993 Kurt Inman, Sturgis. ~ - -- RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 Michigan State University Represented on NAS Children's Food Safety Panel After a five-year study, the long-awaited attention, but also where parents can have the "Farmers take very seriously their goal of pro- National Academy of Sciences (NAS) report biggest impact in improving food safety. viding safe and nutritious food for domestic as on infant and children food safety suggests well as foreign consumers," he said. "We be- "I think the most important thing a parent can that governmental regulatory agencies need lieve that consumers can rejoice in knowing do is the simple things we've talked about in the to place increased emphasis on collecting data that the American food supply is already the past — wash foods before you allow children to on foods regularly eaten by children, says Dr. safest in the world. If additional, meaningful eat them," said Weil. "I think of all the things William Weil, professor of Pediatrics and Hu- actions can be taken tof urther guarantee safety, that probably give children the most trouble are man Development at Michigan State Univer- as indicated by the Academy's report, we will pesticides used in and around the house, includ- sity. Weil was one of 13 members who served support those actions," said Laurie. ing those used in our gardens." on the NAS panel. Farmers increasingly are relying on non-chemi- Weil said that unlike farmers who use pesti- "There was, and is, no way that the committee cal strategies to fight insects and diseases and cides on a regular basis, consumers are unfamil- could have, using the data currently available, to reduce pesticide applications, according to iar with properchemical withdrawal times. Com- said that the food is totally safe or unsafe for Laurie. "Those strategies include practices like bined with early harvesting of homegrown pro- infants and children," explained Weil. "The field scouting, the use of monitoring traps and duce, it means that many times residue in basic problem is there aren't enough data, or the use of predatory insects using good bugs to excess of tolerance levels is likely on home- testing done in terms of infants and children to attack bad bugs. It's good stewardship, but it grown produce. make that statement. makes economic sense as well. We believe we "One of the best things a consumer can do in are doing a good job, but if there are better "On the other hand, I would say that if you terms of pesticide use around the house — it's methods, we're committed to adopting them," polled the members of the NAS panel and a simple matter — is read the product label and he said. asked us if the food supply is safe for infants and read it completely. Don't just read the dose, but children, we would answer unanimously, yes," According to Weil, the NAS panel concluded read all the environmental concerns, the health he said. that organically grown fruits and vegetables concerns, the manufacturer's contact number, etc." aren't a feasible or realistic solution either. "The According to Weil, the NAS panel felt a more NAS panel felt that the advantage of using thorough testing program is needed specifically Jack Laurie, president of the Michigan Farm organically grown foods was so inconsequen- for the one to five year-old category, since most Bureau, said farmers support the call for im- tial, that there were other problems with it, infants are on a baby formula that's already proved residue data on foods commonly eaten including expense, that our recommendation under comprehensive testing procedures. It's by children. was that this not be considered an appropriate the transition period from baby formulas/food to response to the problem," concluded Weil. "regular food" that Weil said needs the most RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 How to Handle Household Pesticides A Guide for Consumers • Keep pesticides away from food and dishes. burn pesticides or their containers. Never pour If you must apply a pesticide in the kitchen, put pesticides down the drain. Household pesticides were developed to help all uncovered dishes and food in cupboards or make our lives safer and more comfortable. • If you are using total release foggers ("bug other rooms, or cover with dish towels that are They rid our homes of mice, ants, termites, flies bombs"), use only the amount necessary to do laundered immediately after use. and other pests. They eradicate destructive the job, remove children and pets from the area ... insects from our gardens and from cropland in • Don't smoke, eat or drink while spraying to be treated and never use the fogger near an ignition source. One U.S. home reportedly blew rural areas. pesticides. These activities only increase the likelihood of their ingestion. up after a fogger was used inappropriately. If not properly handled, any benefit from using pesticides can be canceled out by the harm that • Avoid inhaling pesticides. It's best to open • If anyone swallows a pesticide, check the can be done to the health and well-being of windows or doors during application to provide label first for first-aid treatment. Call a poison people and animals. good ventilation. If a pesticide dust is being control center or go to the hospital immediately, used, inexpensive and disposable dust masks keeping the label with you. The doctors will Pesticides are powerful. The active ingredients ... found in pesticides kill small lifeforms, so the are available in many places where pesticides are sold. need the information on the label to determine the right treatment. If a pet swallows a pesti- products must be treated with utmost caution, cide, contact your veterinarian immediately. especially within the confined space of a home. • Always wash your hands after handling a Extra special care should be given if children, pesticide product. • To prevent further infestations, figure out how the chronically ill or the elderly live in or near an pests are entering your home and seal holes or • Do not mix different pesticide products. Mix- area to be treated with a pesticide. cracks. Remove sources of food and water. ing chemicals can be dangerous. Sweep up food crumbs, wipe up spills, elimi- The following are some common sense tips to • Avoid spilling the contents or breaking a nate litter, frequently disinfect garbage cans, keep in mind when using household pesticides; pesticide container. If you spill some on your repair leaky faucets and recycle old magazines • If you must use pesticides, always read the skin or clothing, wash with soap and water and newspapers. label before buying or applying them. Use pes- immediately and change clothes. If you have questions or concerns about house- ticides only for the purpose(s) listed and in the • Never transfer a pesticide from its original hold pesticides or you think you have misap- manner directed. container to another. plied a product, call the Michigan Department of • Do not apply more than the specified amount. Agriculture's Pesticide and Plant Pest Manage- • Get rid of unwanted or outdated pesticides Overdoses can harm you, your children, your ment Division at (517) 373-1087. If you want to through special hazardous waste pickup days pets and the environment. know more about which products to apply or many communities sponsor, or call the closest need an interpretation of the label, call your local • Keep all pesticides away from children and office of the U.S. Environmental Protection MSU/Cooperative Extension Agency. Disposal pets. Store pesticides in child proofed or locked Agency. Empty household pesticide containers questions should be directed to the United cabinets and away from heat sources and keep should be well wrapped in newspaper and States Environmental Protection Agency. children and pets away from an area during a placed in a tightly covered container. Never pesticide application. .. , How to Wash Fruits & Vegetables By the time fruits and vegetables reach your ticides) but wholesomeness and taste will not • Some fruits and vegetables, like strawberries neighborhood store, most pesticide residues be compromised. and mushrooms, have a high water content and have been eliminated through the chemical should only be washed just prior to eating. Store • Many shoppers place fresh fruit and veg- breakdown that occurs over time and through these foods away from washed produce in the .. rinsing and polishing . etables into plastic bags provided by grocery stores. These bags are a convenient way of refrigerator . .., Although most fruits and vegetables are resi- protecting the produce while shopping or dur- • Fruits and vegetables that grow below ground or just above it can pick up additional organisms due-free when you buy them, for the small ing the trip home. But fresh food should never quantities that might remain on the skin of the be stored in closed, plastic bags because con- and pesticides from the soils more than other " produce, simple cold water washing will elimi- densation that occurs may hasten ripening or kinds of produce. These include potatoes, nate or significantly reduce any residue. cause the growth of mold. Never place washed squash, watermelon, cantaloupe, carrots, pars- produce back into a bag that once held un- nips and rutabaga. While rinsing in clear, cold The following are some tips to keep in mind as water, scrub the skin or rind with a firm veg- washed food: you don't want to recontaminate you prepare fresh food for yourself and your etable brush. It is important to not only scrub the clean food with micro-organisms. family: rind, but use a clean knife when cutting any • Wash all fruits and vegetables in cold water • Buy fresh fruits and vegetables from repu- produce so bacteria on the outside is not trans- without detergent or soap. Soap residue can be table grocers or directly from farmers at city ported to the inside. difficult to remove from some foods and soap is markets. Familiarity with a retail food business If you have any questions about fruits and not intended to be consumed. will help you gauge the quality and consistency vegetables or food safety, call the Michigan of their fresh food, and will make it easier to • Water helps remove soil particles and other Department of Agriculture, Food Division at approach them with questions and concerns debris that may be hard to see, especially on (517) 373-1060. about their products. leafy green vegetables like lettuce. Place the food in a colander and rinse well making sure to • Buy only top-quality fruits and vegetables. clean all sides of the produce, or fill a clean sink This doesn't necessarily mean "perfect look- with clean, cool water and let the fruits and ing." Some less-than-perfect looking produce vegetables soak for a few minutes. may have been grown organically (without pes- RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 • Governor to Farm Bureau Contest Winners 99 7. Rachel Kopke, St. Thomas Aquinas School, East Lansing 8. Justin Schmidt, St. Adalbert School, Grand Rapids 9. Dianna Boyer, Power Middle School, Farmington Hills 10. Carolyn Ballema, Lowell Middle School, Lowell Of all the mementos and honors the students re- ceived, the highlight was a half hour meeting with Gov. Engler. The governor presented each student with a congratulatory letter and told them how proud he was of their accomplishment." I want you to know what a pleasure it was to read your essays," Gov. Engler said. "You were the ten best out of nearly 5,000 entries from almost 500 Michigan schools. That's an amazing achievement." The governor also praised their writing ability. "One of the most important things I look for in staff members and interns is the ability to write and com- municate with people," he said. "You have a big head Top Ten America & Me winners with Gov. John Engler: (left to right) Abigail Schneider, Christina start in those important skills."Gov. Engler, along Wilbert, David Jessup, Carolyn Ballema, Gov. Engler, Jason Price, Rachel Kopke, Dianna Boyer, with Lt. Gov. Connie Binsf ield and Congressman Bob Christine Kuo, Justin Schmidt, Rebecca DeLong. Carr, served as a finalist judge in the 1992-93 America Gov. Engler had a little advice for the top ten winners nications for Farm Bureau Insurance, served as & Me Essay Contest. of the America & Me Essay Contest when he met emcee and read some moving excerpts from each Three of the top winners' schools were sponsored with them in Lansing recently:" Keep on writing and of the top ten essays. by local Farm Bureau Insuranceagents: Loren Carlisle keep on communicating."The half-hour meeting Larry Thomas, executive vice president of Farm (Centreville Jr. High), Gil Glick (St. Thomas Aquinas with the govemorwas the highlight of thedayforthe Bureau Insurance, presented a $1,000 savings bond in East Lansing), and Dale Johnson (Lowell Middle ten winning students, who were treated like VIPs at and plaque to the first place winner and a $500 School). the state capitol on May 13. savings bond and plaque to the other nine winners. All the top ten winning essays, as well as excerpts The students, all Michigan eighth graders, were The top ten winners were: from other outstanding entries, will be compiled into honored as the statewide winners of the 24th annual 1. Christine Kuo, Dunckel Middle School, a booklet and distributed to schools, the media, and America & Me Essay Contest, sponsored by Farm Farmington Hills to visitors at the state capitol. Bureau Insurance. 2. Abigail Schneider, Kingsley Area Schools, Farm Bureau Insurance has been sponsoring the Accompanied by parents and teachers, the top ten Kingsley contest every year since 1968 to encourage Michi- winners visited Secretary of State Richard Austin, 3. Jason Price, Abbott Middle School, West gan youth to explore their roles in America's future. were recognized from the Senatefloor, and metwith Bloomfield Open to any eighth grader in the state, the contest Sen. Debbie Stabenow, who gave them printed 4. Christina Wilbert, St. Hugo of the Hills, has become a permanent part of many school's copies of the senate resolution honoring their Bloomfield Hills curricula.The 25th annual contest will be introduced achievement. AtanawardsbanquetattheRadisson 5. Rebecca DeLong, Clarkston Jr. High, Clarkston in Michigan schools in the fall. Hotel, Jack Stucko, director of Corporate Commu- 6. David Jessup, Centreville Jr. High, Centreville 1993 $1,000 Scholar/Athlete Scholarship Winners These 23 students are the recipients of the 1993 Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Awards, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance in conjunction with the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA). This year's winners are (from left to right) Academy of the Sacred Heart, girls' tennis; Catherine The recipients, who were honored at the Palace Front Row: Immanuel Ricky Turner, Grand Rapids-Cen- Laboe, Monroe-St. Mary Catholic Central, girls' volleyball; of Auburn Hills during the boys' basketball finals tral, boys' basketball; Trevor T. Starnes, Shelby Township Kelly Ann Holmes, Canton-Plymouth Canton, Softball; Eisenhower, boys' soccer; Colleen Clemens, Saginaw- Kristine Suzanne Arnold, Northville,girls' golf; and on March 27, will receive $1,000 scholarships to Benjamin Woodside, Battle Creek-Pennfield, boys' track the institution of high learning of their choice. The Hentage, girls' skiing; Tracy Hoebeke, Grand Rapids- Kenowa Hills, girls' gymnastics; Felicia Paluzzi, Grosse & field. scholarships honor Michigan high school seniors Pointe-North, girls' soccer; Kevin Ackley, Hart, wrestling; Third Row: Nathan Baum, Kentwood-East Kentwood, who excel in both academics and sports. Nearly and Rick Neglia, Battle Creek-Pennfield, baseball. ice hockey; Brian Patrick Hillary, Fremont, boys' swim- 1,800 students applied for this year's award. Appli- Second Row: Joshua Edward Wyss, Grayling, boys' ming & diving; Jeannette Stawski, Grand Rapids-Forest cations for next year's scholarships will be sent to skiing; Marie Kathryn Matchett, Elk Rapids, girls' cross Hills Northern, girls' basketball; Dana Van Singel, Zeeland, all MHSAA-member school principals this summer. country; Aaron Houlihan, Lansing Catholic Central, boys' girls' swimming & diving; Eric Sevensma, Rockford, boys' The deadline for schools to submit applications for cross country; Karla Vander Weit, Southfield-Christian, golf; Trent Redman, Niles, football; and Lawrence Kon- the 1993-94 awards is Dec. 10, 1993. girls' track & field; Christa Chrovian, Bloomfield Hills- Luen Chang, Warren-Mott, boys' tennis. 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Her winning dish is "Oven Brisket with Mustard Cream and Herbed Parsnips." It features beef brisket cooked slowly in the oven; then sliced thin and served with a hot Chinese mustard cream and steamed herbed pars- nips. Eleanor has had an interest in creating Don't Miss It! One look at the line-up of fresh, new attractions and you'll understand why this year's State Fair theme is "The Wildest Ride Ever." beef recipes for several years. With the current economy, most consumers are watching their food costs now more than MICHIGAN COUNTY A N D STATE FAIRS SCHEDULE ever. Eleanor feels her recipe creates a great tasting meal on a tight budget. Alcona County Fair Aug. 11-14 Emmet County Fair Aug. 21-29 As winner of the Michigan Beef Cook-Off, Alger County Fair July 23-25 Fowlerville July 19-25 Eleanor has won $500 and a chance to Allegan County Sept. 10-18 Genesee County Aug. 16-22 compete in the National Beef Cook-Off-. Alpena County Aug. 22-28 Gladwin County Fair July 25-31 Out of 50 state winners, 15 contestants will be selected to compete as finalists and Antrim County Aug. 26-28 Gogebic County Fair Aug. 12-15 will receive an expense paid trip to Chey- Arenac County July 18-24 Gratiot County Fair July 26-30 enne, Wyoming, Sept. 11-13, 1993. This Armada Aug. 17-22 Hillsdale County Sept. 26-Oct. 2 year's top prize at the National Beef Cook- Off, will be $20,000. An additional $19,000 Baraga County Fair Aug. 13-15 Houghton County Fair Aug. 26-29 in prize monies will be awarded. The Na- Barry County July 17-24 Hudsonville Community Fair Aug. 23-28 tional Beef Cook-Off- is hosted by the Aug. 11-14 Huron Community Fair Bay County Fair Aug. 8-14 American National CattleWomen, Inc., in cooperation with the Beef Industry Coun- Berrien County Aug. 11-21 Ingham County Fair July 30-Aug. 7 cil and the Meat Board. Branch County Aug. 8-14 Ionia Free Fair July 30-Aug. 8 Second prize at the Michigan Beef Cook- Calhoun County Aug. 15-21 Iosco County July 26-31 Off was awarded to Linda Ackerman from Cass County July 18-24 Iron County Fair Aug. 19-22 Portage for her "Jerk Beef Caribe." Joyce Ferguson from Rochester Hills won third Cheboygan County Fair July 31-Aug. 7 Isabella County Youth & Farm Fair Aug. 6-14 prize for her "Grilled Flank Steak Orange Chelsea Community Fair Aug. 24-28 Jackson County Fair Aug. 8-14 Teriyaki." Richard Rizzio from Traverse Chippewa County Fair Aug. 30-Sept. 6 Kalamazoo County Aug. 23-28 City and Valarie Wilder from Pentwater, both won honorable mentions. Valarie Chippewa County Sept. 9-11 Kalkaska County Aug. 8-14 Wilder's recipe, "Lemon Mushroom Steak Clare County July 31-Aug. 7 Kent County Aug. 9-14 Supreme" was named the People's Choice Clinton County Aug. 2-5 Lake County Fair Aug. 23-28 Award. The judges: Karen Straney, WLNS-TV6; Crawford County Fair July 21-25 Lake Odessa June 29-July 4 Jean Story, Consumer Affairs Director for Dickinson County Fair Sept. 2-6 Lapeer County Aug. 6-15 Felpausch Stores; and Mary Welsh, The Eaton County July 10-17 Lenawee County Aug. 15-21 Evergreen Grill in East Lansing, based their selections on taste, ease of prepara- tion, appeal and appearance. The Michigan Beef Cook-Off is sponsored by the Michigan CattleWomen, Inc., in cooperation with the Michigan Beef BIG CROP PUTS SQUEEZE ON ORANGE JUICE PRICES industry Commission. To receive the win- Large crops of juice oranges in Florida and Brazil of oranges for juice. Following freezes in the ning recipes, send a self-addressed, are reaping the lowest prices on record after 1980s that destroyed many trees, Florida stamped envelope to: Michigan Beef In- adjustment for inflation, according to an Associ- producers replanted groves with more trees dustry Commission, 2145 University Park ated Press report. per acre, meaning higher production per acre 300, Okemos, Ml 48864. and lower costs. Those groves are now coming The USDA estimated that Florida growers re- ceived an average of $2.26 per 90-pound box of into production but have not reached their juice oranges from November 1992 through peak output. March 1993. That compared to a season Orange producers in Brazil are developing the m£ average of $6.10 last year and $7.58 during 1987-88, the report from the Economic Re- Japanese market, with two large companies investing in a terminal at the port of Toyohashi search Service said. and promoting a Brazilian juice to be sold by Prices for juice oranges were lower than $2.26 Japanese distributors. Japan eliminated orange in the early 1970s. When adjusted for inflation, juice quotas in 1992. Brazil supplied about 70 the five-month average through March of this percent of Japan's orange juice imports that year was the lowest on record, the report said. year, according to the ERS report. Florida and Brazil are the two largest producers RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 Manchester Community Fair July 6-10 Ottawa County Fair July 26-31 Manistee County Sept. 1-6 Presque Isle County Sept. 9-12 Marion Farm Exhibit June 21-26 Roscommon County Fair Aug. 19-21 Marquette County Fair Sept. 9-12 Saginaw County Sept. 11-18 Mecosta County July 11-17 Saline Community Fair Sept. 7-11 Menominee County Fair July 22-25 Sanilac County Aug. 1-8 Midland County Aug. 15-21 Schoolcraft County Fair Aug. 6-8 Missaukee Falmouth Agr'l. Aug. 2-6 Shiawassee County Aug. 8-14 Monroe County Fair Aug. 2-7 Sparta Area Fair July 22-25 Montcalm County 4-H Fair Assoc. July 4-11 St. Clair County Aug. 2-7 Montmorency County 4-H Fair Aug. 18-21 St. Joseph County Sept. 19-25 Muskegon County Fair July 10-17 Tuscola County Fair July 18-25 Newaygo County Aug. 9-14 Van Buren County July 12-17 Northern District Fair Assoc. Aug. 16-21 Vassar Fair Assoc. 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Either $500 cash back on select Magnum THE NEW DODGE ' This offer is valid for members of participating Farm Bureaus, expires 12/31/93. and may not be used m combination with any other Chrysler Corporation certificate offer or certain other special offers Ask for restrictions & details Health and Wellness Publication of Michigan Farm Bureau June 1992 VOL 3.No. 1 _ ~OUCH POTATOES ARISE! ~ COUCH POTATOES ARISE! ~ COUCH POTATOES ARISE! ~ COUCH POTATOES ARISE! u.J ~ ~ <=> C2 c=: c... o r"T'1 ~ ::I: l> ~ ~ ;::::c::J c:::::; <=> ~ r!:! l ,. ~ ~Li:.i C2 0 ~ <=> c=: ~ ::I: ~ sa :!;i 0 c... ~r"T'1 ::I: l> ~ ~ ;::::c::J c:::::; <=> ~ r!:! ~ ~ Li:.i ~ ~ <=> c=: C2 ~ c... 0 r"T'1 ~ ::I: l> ~ ;::::c::J ~ c:::::; <=> ~ r!:! Couch potatoes arise! Early evidence emerging from Exercise appears to have a modest effect on the studies on exercise and cancer indicates that what development of cancer of the colon, breast and is good for the heart may also prevent or delay pancreas. "It's not overwhelming. but it's significant the development of certain cancers. At the 1991 enough that it should be counted, " says leonard American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) Cohen, Ph.D, of the American Health Foundation annual research conference in Washington, D.C., in Valhalla, New York. Animals allowed to exercise "Exercise, calories, fat and cancer" scientists from freely have a breast cancer rate "in the range across the nation discussed studies investigating of 30 percent" below sedentary animals. the connection between exercise and cancer. reports Dr. Cohen. (continued next page) Exercise and Cancer - A Dr. Bill Roebuck. Ph.D., of Dartmouth Medical School, has seen similar results in experiments looking at the effect of exercise on pancreatic cancer. "It's a consistent effect." he says. "We see it from experiment to experiment." "0 ver-the" e- ounter Even though these results are favorable, researchers admit that the relationship between exercise and cancer is not simple. It may not Medications: be a matter of "the more exercise the better:' comments Henry J. Thompson, Ph.D., of the AMCCancer Research Center in lakewood, Do They Workfor Colorado. In his studies with laboratory animals, moderate exercise appeared most effective at lowering the incidence of breast cancer. So, it's gerting to be that time of the Hay fever sufferers might try one Researchers hope to eventually define an optimal level of physical year again for you. Days are longer, from each of the three antihistamine activity. "We're trying to address the questions of how much is enough birds are chirping, trees are budding classes to see which works best. The and what type is best." Thompson says. and the grass is beginning to turn first class is alkylamines. The second green once again. ah, on! That spells class is ethanolamines.These are readily Many other questions remain to be explained in this exciting, new the beginni~ of allergy season. If you available by brand and generic names. chapter of cancer research. Some of the areas noted by the scientists suffer from allergies, you are probably The newest aTe antihistamine is indude: not looking forward to the many un- c1emastine and offers a third class to try. • Identifying the optimal intensity and type of exercise. comfortable days ana nights you may Long-acting (8- to 12-hour) types give • Pinpointing the time in the lifespan when exercise is have to endure over the next several more prolonged relief and can help you most beneficial. months. get through the night. The 4-hour type • Understanding how diet and physical activity may interact However, you can do something to begins working faster (usually within 20 together to influence the onset and development of cancer. make allergies more bearable. There minutes) and lasts a shorter time. According to Dr. Cohen, there may be an important. and as yet are many "over-the-counter" (aTC) Do not take any of these medicines if . unidentified, relationship between cancer risk, the intake of energy medications you can buy without a you have glaucoma, because they can (the source of calories in the diet. such as fats, protein or prescription. This article will focus on raise your eye pressure. They should carbohydrates) and the expenditure of energy through physical aTC drugs available, where and when not be used if you have difficulty urinat- activity. not to use these products, and when it ing due to prostate problems. Avoid would make good sense to seek profes- them if you have emphysema or chronic • To determine how the stress of involuntary or forced sional help from your doctor. bronchitis, as they may dry the mucus exercise may influence research findings, tests are performed A Hay fever is a chronic condition in your chest and cause breathing on rats, usually using treadmills. Although they aren't marked by sneezing, nasal congestion, problems. Combining them with anti- harmful, these tests may not reflect real-life conditions. runny nose, and itching of the nose, depressants, tranquilizers or sleeping Involuntary exercise, some scientists believe, places additional palate, ears and eyes. If these are your pills is not recommended. stress on an animal. "The effect of exercise-induced stress only symptoms and they occur for a Speak with your doctor before using may prove important." notes Dr. Cohen. short period of time (2 months or less) any medications. If you become drowsy and you are healthy otherwise, using with all three classes of antihistamines Research on voluntary exercise has been increasing in the past few aTC medications might be all you or fall into the group of people who have years so information is now beginning to emerge. need to do. another reason not to take these drugs, WHAT DO THESE FINDINGS MEAN FOR HEALTH CONSCIOUS AMERICANS? The two major classes of aTC talk to your doctor about newer, non- Scientists are quick to caution that specific recommendations medications are antihistamines and sedating antihistamines. These drugs concerning exercise and cancer cannot be made for humans just yet. decongestants. Antihistamines are the require a doctor's prescription. Such recommendations are "still in the future:' says Dr. Thompson, mainstay of treatment. They help re- Most antihistamine packages warn , u'Ne're working on that:' lieve the sneezing, itching and runny not to use them if you have asthma. nose. They work best if you take them They can dry the mucus in the lungs Until more is known about exercise and cancer risk it seems the most on a regular basis rather than waiting and worsen the asthma. If you wish to practical conclusion to be drawn from the research is that exercise until you're severely suffering. Most use these drugs and you have asthma, does not preclude the need for a prudent. low fat diet. According people tolerate antihistamines well, call your doctor first, but I believe, anti- to Dr. Thompson. "Variety and moderation remain the best advice although 20 percent will experience histamines can be used safely to treat with respect to both diet and exercise as a means for health promotion drowsiness. nasal and eye allergies in asthmatics. and disease prevention:. Q. Now that summer has arrived, I am concerned about my children getting sunburn. As much as I try to apply ;. ~ sunscreen to them on sunny days, they are bound to end Decongestants are the second type It is perfectly acceptable to treat up in the sun unprotected. If they get sunburn, what can ... of OTC medication useful in treating nasal and eye allergies with OTC medi- I do to treat them at home? nasal and eye allergies. They are avail- carions unless complications develop. • able in topical forms, eye and nose drops These include recurrent sinus A. According to Dr. Ronald Rhule, an Emergency Medicine physician .. and sprays, and oral forms. Such nose infections, ear infections, headaches, at Sparrow Hospital, mild cases of sunburn can be treated at home drops and sprays should be used for no cough, wheezing or difficulty with with a cool bath or shower followed by the application of a topical more than 3 days maximum! They lead exercise. Consultation with a physi- antibiotic ointment {bacitracin} several times a day. If the child has >;. "to physical addiction with rebound cian is then indicated to derermine the developed small blisters, do not break them. Leaving the blisters swelling in the nose if you try to stop significance of rhe complication and to intact may speed healing. However, if blisters open, you must seek .. them after three days. Be careful! they make recommendations for manage- medical care to avoid infection. Blistering is the first stage of second can raise your blood pressure even if menr. The physician can prescribe degree burning and indicates a more severe burn. Be sure to wrap you have normal blood pressure. Many drugs that may provide relief not them with clean gauze to promote healing. He also recommends using afforded by the OTC medications. a sunscreen lotion with a sun protection factor of 15 or higher during • otherwise healthy adults develop' yery Other recommendations may include all sun exposures. high blood pressure due to deconges- .. t tant nose sprays. Their blood pressure referral to an allergy specialisr who can ... returns to normal when the nose sprays frequently stop rhe worsening of rhe Q. I live in a neighborhood with several flowering trees are discontinued. allergic condition and often times where each summer the bees seem to get worse. If I'm Eye drops are safer, but inasmuch as reverse the problems. stung, how can I tell if I'm allergic? .. the OTC preparations do not contain OTC medications are also available antihistamines, they are not nearly as to £rear asthma. These include A. There are several symptoms a person may experience if they are ~ .. effective as combination antihistamine/ epinephrine inhalers 'and the oral allergic to bee stings, said Dr. Clyde Flory, board certified allergist .. 1 decongestant eye drops available from theophylline-ephedrine combinations . on staff at Sparrow Hospital. A person can tell ifthey're allergic if their your doctor with a prescription. Asthmatics should not direct their own eyes, lips, tongue or throat begin to swell, have generalized itching or Oral decongestants will help the nasal treatment! If OTC drugs are used hives, difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing, numbness, cramping, stuffiness and drainage, but do nothing inappropriately, they could lead to slurred speech, anxiety, mental confusion, nausea, vomiting, or uncon- for itching and sneezing. They increased blood pressure, stroke, heart sciousness. Dr. Flory stresses that if a person experiences any ofthese ~ "can cause jittering, tremors, insomnia, arrack or convulsion. In the face of symptoms after an insect sting, he or she should seek medical attention fast hcartbeat and rapid pulse. Those huge advancements in trearing asthma, immediately. If you have an allergic type reaction be sure to talk to your who have high blood pressure, heart it is possible to reduce hospitalization allergist so it can be determined which insects you are allergic to, and • problems, thyroid diseasc, diabetes or and death rates. This is one disease if you are a candidate to receive allergy shots on a regular basis to prostare problems should avoid rhem. where the directions by a physician prevent a potentially serious reaction in the future. Dr. Flory adds that Antihistamine/decongestanr combi- and a proven treatment program could if a person is allergic to certain insects and experiences the above .. , nations are uniformly the most effec- literally save your life . symptoms, they are in danger of having a very serious life-threatening reaction which is preventable with proper allergy treatment. rive OTC medications available for Joel ~1. Karlin. ~I.D,. FAAI. FACAI. is assistant - nasal and eye allergies. Bcware of such professor of ~Iedicine and Pediatrics at the ~ combinations which also comain a pain University of Colorado School of Medicine, He is If you have health concerns, questions, or need a physician referral, call reliever, such as acetaminophen or also Scnior Physician. Denver Allergy and Asthma Sparrow Hospital's NurseLine, an information and Physician Referral Service at'- Associates. P.c. 800-968-3838 . .. aspirin. Chronic use of these can lead to inflammation in the liver and bleeding Reprinted with permission of the Asthma and The above questions and answers are for general information purposes only. Allergy Foundation of America. Washington. D.C. If you have symptoms or health related questions, consult our physician. from your stomach or imesrine. II I f. II III.. f) f) I) P III~S S IJ III~ New classification stresses Condition Lifestyle factors get more impact of hypertension on your attention risk of heart disease Systolic Diastolic In this report, the Joint National Com- (top no.) (bottom no.) mittee also takes an expanded look at the growing amount of information Normal dealing with how lifestyle behaviors As many as 50 million Americans less than 130 less than 85 have high blood pressure or are help prevent and manage high blood taking medication for high blood High normal pressure. pressure (hypertension). High blood 130- 139 85 - 89 If you have high blood pressure, your If you have high blood pressure, pressure is defined as systolic blood goal is to lower your systolic level to regular physical activity can reduce pressure of 140mm Hg or greater or Hypertension below 140mm Hg and your diastolic your systolic blood pressure by about diastolic blood pressure of 90 mm Hg level to below 90 mm Hg. 10 mm Hg. Stage 1 or greater. 90 - 99 140- 159 If you have high normal blood pressure, limit sodium -Salt (sodium chloride) A typical normal reading is systolic a family history of hypertension and doesn't always cause high blood Stage 2 (top number) pressure of 120mm Hg at least one lifestyle factor that pressure. And avoiding salt doesn't 160- 170 100 - 109 and diastolic (bottom number) pres- contributes to high blood pressure as guarantee you'll prevent hyperten- sure of 80 mm Hg. Stage 3 you age, you're more likely to develop sion. But an estimated 10 percent of 180- 209 110-119 Doctors have always recognized high hypertension. To lower high blood Americans, and half of the people blood pressure as a major risk factor Stage 4 pressure, the Joint National Committee with hypertension, are "sodium for cardiovascular disease. Yet the 210 or higher 120or higher on Detection, Evaluation and Treatment sensitive." If you are sodium latest report of the Joint National of High Blood Pressure recommends sensitive, salt may raise your blood Committee on Detection, Evaluation The use of both systolic and diastolic these lifestyle changes. pressure. Cutting back may lower it. and Treatment of High Blood Pres- readings to evaluate hypertension is If you have Stage 1 hypertension, sure places new emphasis on emphasized. Doctors now recognize lose excess pounds -If you're over- limit your daily sodium intake to 2,300 hypertension's impacton your health the impact of systolic blood pressure in weight, losing as few as 10pounds may milligrams by avoiding the saltshaker and what you can do to control it. classifying risk. cause a meaningful drop in high blood and salty foods. Controlling salt may also enable your doctor to reduce your blood pressure medication. Don't smoke -Smoking cigarettes doesn't cause high blood pressure. f"o • But smoking is a major factor for cardiovascular disease. That's why everyone, especially people with high blood pressure, needs to quit smoking or never start. Smoking reduces the protection healthy lifestyle practices contribute in Terms are important "Stage 1" hypertension, previously pressure. Weight loss also can help the reducing your risk of cardiovascular "I' • If your doctor tells you that you have termed "mild," is the most common blood pressure-lowering effects of disease. 1 "mild" or "moderate" hypertension, form of high blood pressure in adults. medications. A lifestyle change may you may feel little concern. After all, It accounts for a large proportion of the limit alcohol - If you have high blood be enough "mild" doesn't sound serious. That's increased illness and disability due to pressure, limit alcohol to no more than 2 For many people, losing weight, just the connotation doctors want to hypertension. ounces of 100 proof liquor, 8 ounces of exercising regularly, and limiting change by developing a new way to wine or 24 ounces of beer a day. All stages of hypertension are associ- alcohol and sodium are enough to classify hypertension. lower blood pressure and keep it The traditional terms "mild" and "moderate" don't aptly represent the ated with an increased risk of nonfatal and fatal heart conditions, stroke and kidney disease. The higher your blood Better yet, we suggest you avoid alco- hol. Alcohol may reduce your heart's pumping ability and cause resistance to down. .. For others, lifestyle changes may not role of high blood pressure as an pressure, the greater your risks. our high blood pressure medication. be enough to control hypertension, important risk factor for develop- "High - normal" blood (sometimes called butthey may reduce the number and ment of cardiovascular disease. Exercise -Regular, moderate activity, the "gray zone") is included because if doses of medications needed to such as 30t045 minutes of brisk walking The new classification of hyperten- you have systolic or diastolic blood control high blood pressure. three to five times a week, may help sion discontinues the descriptors pressure inthis range, you're more likely prevent and treat high blood pressure. The benefits of adopting otherlifestyle "mild: "moderate: "severe" and to develop definite high blood pressure. changes are unproven. These include "very severe: Instead it's based on People who have normal blood pres- You are also at higher risk for stress management and nutritional four stages of hypertension and lev- sure but who don't exercise and are out experiencing cardiovascular problems supplements such as potassium, els for "normal" and "high normal" of shape have a 20 to 50 percent in- compared with people who have calcium, magnesium and fish oils. blood pressures. creased risk of developing hyperten- lower blood pressure. sion compared to more active people. Reprinted from the May 1993 Mayo Clinic Health letter with permission of the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Rochester. MN 55905. ~.' Summertime brings with it an increased risk of foodborne illness due to the proliferation of bacteria at higher air temperatures, as well as the use of alternative methods of cooking food, most notably the barbecue. Barbecuing is an increasingly popular form of cooking in the United States. In addition to the development of more sophisticated barbecue grills, a greater variety of food is now cooked out in the open air. Barbecuing is no longer confined to hot dogs, hamburgers and steaks. The simple rules of food safety should be applied to barbecuing to prevent any illness or discomfort that might spoil a summer meal. Grill • Cook everything thoroughly. Rare or medium rare meat and poultry can harbor harmful bacte- ria. Fish should also be thoroughly cooked. The inside temperature of meat should register 160 degrees on a meat thermometer, and poultry should reach 180 degrees. • Grilled food can "look" done before it is. Test for doneness by cutting into a piece of the meat or poultry to visually check. Juices should run clear and flesh should not look pink . • Be careful not to overcook, because eating charred food may pose a health risk. • Smoking is a grilling technique used to flavor large cuts of meat, using a slower cooking method that can take up to eight hours. Use a high quality of charcoal, piling about 50 briquets in the center. When they are ready, separate them into two piles and place a pan of water in the middle. Chips, such as mesquite or hickory, can be used for flavor. Using dry chips at the start creates a fast smoke, wet them later for sustained heat. Center the food over the water and close the lid but keep the vents open. Make sure the temperature in the smoker is main- tained between 250 degrees and 300 degrees and add coals as necessary. Finish • Serve immediately to keep hot foods hot. And remember, don't keep food out of the refrigera- tor more than two hours; if it is 85 degrees or Get Ready Get Set hotter, keep it out less than an hour. • When transporting food from the grocery • The coals should be very hot before cooking • Clean the grill! Bacteria and debris can stick to store to home, or to a picnic site, keep it cold to food. It can take 30 minutes or longer before a dirty grill faster than a clean one. minimize the growth of bacteria. Pack meat and coals are ready, so plan your food preparation other perishables in coolers containing ice or time accordingly. The coals should show a light • Refrigerate any leftovers promptly, dividing cold packs. coating of ash for optimal heat. larger quantities into small, shallow containers to speed up the cooling process. • Keep the cooler in the shade and avoid open- • Wash forks, brushes and plates that come in ing the lid too often. If you are bringing along a contact with raw products before using them to Some reports in recent years have suggested lot of beverages, use a separate cooler for the handle cooked food. If you don't, bacteria can that there may be a cancer risk related to grilling bottles and cans. be transferred from the raw food to the cooked. "muscle" meats like fish, beef and poultry. Food safety experts at the Michigan Depart- • Marinate meat and poultry in a glass dish in the • Keep vegetables and fruits intended for grill- ment of Agriculture say "moderation" is the refrigerator, not on the counter. Reserve some ing separate from the raw meats. Someone watchword. They say eating moderate amounts marinade for basting and be sure it hasn't may come along and take a piece before they of grilled foods cooked to a safety, yet medium touched raw meat. And don't reuse leftover are cooked. temperatures does not pose a problem. If you marinade used to baste meat unless it is boiled . • Be sure to take a fresh plate out to the grill to are concerned, the American Institute for Can- • If you precook meat, grill it immediately. If it hold the cooked food, otherwise food you are cer Research suggests that if you grill more than won't be grilled right away, cook it until it is about to eat may be contaminated by juices several times a week, precook meat so it is not done. Bacteria can proliferate in partially cooked from raw meat. on the grill very long. Raise the level of the grill meat and poultry . • Take outside only the amount of food you will so food is farther from the heat, cook the meat cook and eat. Foods should not sit at outside until it's done, but avoid consuming charred temperatures over two hours. If it's warmer meat, and clean the grill after each use. than 85 degrees Fahrenheit, the time limit is If you have further questions, please call MOA's one hour or less. Food Division at (517) 373-1060. RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 wnmower • Never pull a running mower toward yourself. • Use extra caution on slopes. Mow across the slope with a walking mower, or up and down with a riding mower. If the slope is too steep for safety, or if you're uncertain, don't use either a walking or riding power mower. Use a hand weed whip Safety or plant something there that doesn't require mowing. • Don't allow riders. Never let anyone ride with you on a riding mower or lawn tractor. They are designed for one. • Inspect your machine. If you strike something, shut the mower off, disconnect the spark plug wires, and ground the metal clip to the engine. ., Then make an inspection for damage and clear away any debris. • Maintain your mower. Follow the manufacturer's It Depends maintenance instructions. If you're not the handy type, have a competent repair shop inspect your mower annually. on You! • Disconnect the spark plug wire before you adjust or repair your mower. • Keep the entire mower free of grass and debris Thousands of people - including many children • Wear proper clothing. Heavy shoes and long buildup . - are injured each year while operating power pants are a must. Don't operate your mower while • Store gasoline and other fuels and oils in a cool, lawnmowers. Bystanders, too, are in jeopardy wearing tennis shoes or sandals. dry place. 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IDISBI $10 OFF Whett~~pilles 36587AS •. I F06B I FREE DAY ----" Whereall~pilles are 36587AS • L Leave it to a TV detective who loves cherry pie The cherry boom in Japan has been a long time But despite CMl's zealous efforts, progress to break into the Japanese consumer market. coming, as Davis can well attest. Known for its was slow. "When 'Twin Peaks' became a popular show in ornamental cherry trees, the country had not That was in 1989. Four years later, more than Japan,consumers suddenly became very aware developed a taste for the fruit as a dessert. 50,000 Japanese stores sell cherry pies stuffed of cherry pie," said Gary Davis, international When Davis introduced tart Michigan cherries with Michigan tart cherries. marketing director of the Cherry Marketing In- to Japanese consumers, the reaction was not "We were moving in the right direction, but it stitute (CMI) in Okemos, Mich. Japan is a mar- the one he was hoping for. would have taken another two or three years to ket he has been trying to crack for four years. "It was something like what might happen if accomplish what the 'Twin Peaks' phenom- It happened virtually overnight. you asked American middle school kids to eat enon did for us," Davis said. "We'd been pre- "Damn. That's good cherry pie." The favorite raw fish," Davis said. paring the groundwork for years, but people expression of 'Twin Peaks' detective Cooper When the Japanese puckered up at the sour- were still a little skeptical. When 'Twin Peaks' had become a saving grace for Davis. ness of the cherries, Davis could see he had his came along, they went full steam ahead." Cherry pie soon became the centerfold of food work cut out for him. "Changing supply and economic conditions dur- fashion magazinesand hit the dessert menus of "They were used to sweet cherries, and we had ~ngrecent ye~rs have allowed the industry to chic, upscale restaurants. to explain to them that tart cherries were meant Implement things that were suggested in the Now, for every dollar Michigan spends getting to be used as an ingredient," Davis said. '7~s," said Don Ricks, MAES agricultural econo- mIst. cherries to Japan, Japan spends $7 promoting "They asked, 'In what?' We said 'Cherry pie.' them. They asked, 'What's cherry pie?" In the mid-1970s, Ricks made some recom- Along with 'Twin Peaks,' Daviscredits the Michi- The marketing efforts began. mendations about the export potential of Michi- gan Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES) for g?n cherries. He said a continuous supply of the Vivid brochures were printed depicting elabo- highest quality fruit would increase Michigan's the successful establishment of cherries in rate, artistic cherry desserts. A videotape was Japan. strength in international markets. developed in conjunction with the Michigan "MSU provides information and guidance," Department of Agriculture explaining the entire Nearly 20 years later, the Japanese can't get Davis said. "Without the university as a sup- spectrum of Michigan's cherry industry, from enough of Michigan's type of cherry. portive source of information and basicresearch, Lake Michigan's crucial role in idealcherry grow- CMI'~ c~rrent goal is to ship 40 million pounds we couldn't move as rapidly as we have." ing conditions to cherry-flavored frozen pops of Michigan red cherries to Asia by the year Because the Japanese demand perfection in shaped like Disney characters. 2010. They have already begun expanding their the fruit they import. Davis said successful A few initial products were developed for sale in markets into Taiwan and South Korea. marketing depends on MAES scientists, such Japan, including a cherry marzipan (almond as Amy Lezzoni,who continue to work to breed paste),cherry chewing gum andacanned cherry better cherry varieties. juice drink. RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 ~I ~I -0- Cherries ways," said Pleva. "The biggest thing is that it takes less cooking time, even in a burger. When product instead of sending an employee. " Peopletell you when you go over to Japan, not you get done, there isn't any grease to drain off to expect any business at all, and now we have either. " two companies that want to have the Plevalean All of Pleva's cherry blend products are low in fat and the Cherry Pecan Sausage by Christmas, " and cholesterol, so they are a good choice for said Pleva. many people who are health conscious. Some If all goes well for Pleva and his cherry blend ~i {..: dieticians and doctors have tried Pleva's low fat and cholesterol meats and have recommended products, it could also be a boost for the tart cherry industry. Pleva believes that he is help- the products to their patients who have health ing to promote the cherry industry with his problems. With the addition of cherries, the products. He also sells many cherry products in products are well tolerated by ~eople with di- his store. gestive problems also. The chernes also help to preseNe the products so no monosodium All of the cherries that Pleva has purchased so glutamate (MSG) needs to be added to extend far are from Leelanau County. He hopes with the shelf life of the product. his newly found markets that he will be able to make a bigger dent in the cherry industry. Prior to Pleva creating his cherry blend prod- ucts, the laws concerning comminuted (ground) ..Our goal is to use up all of the cherries in meats did not allow any additives in the meat. Michigan and then go on from there," said When Plevahad his first Cherry Pecan Sausage Pleva. A healthier lifestyle and the ailing cherry indus- perfected, he sent samples to the Michi~an Although people are a little hesitant the first try were on RayPleva's mind when h~ invented Department of Agriculture (MDA) for testing. time they try any of Pleva's cherry blend prod- a new and unique sausage, made with a .blend Once Pleva had the approval of the MDA, he ucts, most take a second bite. His cherry blend of ground meat, cherries, pecans and spices. was able to begin selling the new meat. The meats are so popular in his areathat a song was Department of Agriculture then ~rot.e policy ~n even written about Ray Pleva's Cherry Pecan Pleva, owner of Pleva's Meats in Cedar, Michi- the product and put it through Michigan Legis- Sausage. gan, got the idea for his first cher~ blend lature. The new law, which will require labelling product, CherryPecanSausage,when hl~daugh- If you would like to try some of Pleva's cherry of fat content and added ingredients on the blend meat products and they haven't reached ter, Cindy, was National Cherry Queen In 1987. packageof comminuted meats, hasbeenpassed the IGA or Spartan Store in your area, Pleva's "We had two cherry orchards for about 40 years by both houses and has been signed by the Meats can be found in Cedar, Michigan; in and we've been in the meat business for over governor. Leelanau County; (616) 228-5000. Some of 40 years, and never ever thought about putting Even though many people throughout the state Pleva's products can also be ordered through the two together. If my daughter ~ould ~ot and parts of the country have tried Pleva's MACMA's quarterly sales. have been National Cherry Queen, discussing products, most have been sold directly from his the problems the cherry growers were having store in Cedar, Michigan. Pleva's products are at home and trying to encourage. people to so popular and health co.nscious that he fee~s develop products using more chernes, I never there is a market for his goods beyond his would have thought of the idea. As she men- market. tioned the problems, I got to thinking abo~t everything, so we tried the sausage out and It Pleva has been selling a few of his products was a success," said Pleva. through MACMA's four yearly distributions. Now people in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Plevaintroduced his cherry sausage product on Illinois will be able to buy a few of Pleva's February4, 1988, at the "Taste of Cherry" at the products in IGA and Spartan Stores. Park Place Hotel in Traverse City. "We'll be selling Plevalean,Fresh Cherry Pecan "Each exhibitor was asked to provide 150 seN- Sausageand Smoked Cherry PecanSausageto ings of whatever product they made," said Spartan and IGA stores and some food ser- Pleva. "We took extra sausage and went vices," said Pleva. through 750 seNings." He added that his lean cherry products would Since the debut of Cherry Pecan Sausage in not cost much more than regular sausage and early 1988, Pleva now has 16 cherry-in-meat hamburger and would be comparable in price to relatedproducts. Hisnewest product, PI~valean, some of the lean products already on the mar- is a combination of ground beef, chernes, oat ket. branand spices that can be used just I.ikeregular ground beef. Plevalean is lo~er In fa~ and Pleva recently returned from a trip to Japan calories than ground beef. Adding chernes to promoting his Cherry Pecan Sausage and the lean mix enabled Plevato keep his Plevalean Plevalean. After a representative of the Japa- juicy when cooked. Plevalean is now the big- nese government tried his product, Pleva was gest selling cherry product in Pleva's store. encouraged to take a trip to Japan for a 10 day food fair. Plevasaid it was very important to the "You can use the burger so many different Japanese that he was there to promote his RURAL LIVING • SUMMER 1993 N A F TA It could take an additional six months to assess ments are lost because of short-sighted actions Meanwhile, negotiations are proceeding, with the North American Free Trade Agreement's by a small number of environmental activists," both Canada and Mexico indicating they don't (NAFTAI environmental impact. delaying con- Laurie concluded. believe the ruling will delay ratification of the gressional consideration beyond the original agreement. Canada released its environmental The National Environmental Policy Act was goal of Sept. 1. The study is the result of U.S. review of NAFTA last November, and its parlia- passed by Congress in 1969, establishing pro- District Court Judge Charles Richey's order that ment has already passed enabling legislation to cedures for federal agencies to consider the the Clinton administration analyze NAFTA's en- implement the agreement. environmental effects of proposed actions. An vironmental impacts before submitting the pro- environmental impact statement is a multi-stage NAFTA is expected to increase U.S. agricultural posal to Congress. process designed to identify and discuss all exports by $2 billion annually and create as The decision was the result of a lawsuit filed by foreseeable environmental impacts for each many as 50,000 new U.S. jobs in the agri- the Sierra Club, Friends of the Earth and Ralph alternative that is likely to occur. It requires business sector. 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