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Show Utah Farm Bureau News May 1975 FARM BUREAU ON THE MOVE BYU Page 7 names FB scholarship winner Summary of services to members FB Gains Victory on Exports Farm Bureau scored a major triumph when the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced cancellation last month of all prior approval requirements for exports of agricultural commodities. The USDA had earlier set mini- mum limits on export sales of grains, soybeans and soybean meal which could only be completed with the approval of government officials. Farm Bureau exerted strong pressure to remove the approval requirements before the 1975 planting season commenced. The organization stressed that unless farmers knew they would have free access to world markets, they couldn't be expected to plant for the production hoped for by the U.S. government and hungry nations. Many FB and other agricultural leaders are still concerned that predicted acreages of some crops may bring surpluses and depressed prices to farmall-o- ut ers. FB modifies ROPS rules When OSHA published the final regulations for rollover protection on tractors and other farm equipment in the Federal Register recently, they included changes from former proposals in line with Farm Bureau urging. A delay t in the starting date. had earlier (OSHA proposed putting new rules into effect in August 1974: Farm Bureau helped move the effective date back to October 25, 1976, to gain time for readjustment by equipment manufacturers). Exemption of special use categories. such as equipment working under Imii trees needing a lower profile than ROBS equipment would permit. However, the final regulations still make the employer responsible for his employees' use of seatbelts. Farm hill eto marks FB victory When President Ford vetoed the 1975 farm bill, in line with Farm Bureau recommendations as well as those of Secretary of Agriculture Earl Butz, he strengthened the cause of an agriculture regulated by supply and demand rather than government edict. (See story elsewhere in this issue.) State Womens Committee Chairman Workshops have been in the forefront in several counties, and were delighted. Utah County continued a longstanding tradition in holding theirs. Morgan and Millard counties held workshops which we hope will begin a tradition in their respective counties. Many other workshops are in the planning stages, and we hope that everyone who attends is more fully aware of Farm Bureau opportunities. Most counties have completed their initial safety surveys. We commend the women who have taken time to participate in this worthwhile project. Three follow-u- p calls remain to be made throughout the year. We are hoping this will be an activity which 100 percent of our counties will finish. More important, we hope an increased safety awareness will prevent accidents and even the loss of life. Dairy Princess Contests for June are several Bureau Farm involving womens committees. One county sponsors the entire contest, and the degree of involvement changes all the way to another county which has a tea for all the Dairy Princess candidates and their mothers. A modeling expert is brought in to teach the girls how to walk, sit. apply makeup, and participate in contests. Refreshments emphasizing dairy products conclude the activities. We'd be interested in hearing about other activities supporting June Dairy Month. We're reminded in June especially that the nutrients in bona fide dairy products make them one of the best buys for your food dollar. Be sure you're making wide use of their versatility in your menus. RIGHT: Owen Ray, BYU agricul- tural student, accepts his Farm Bureau scholarship check from Booth W'allcntinc, executive vice president for UFBF, Cooperative bank to opens Utah office The Berkeley Bank for Cooperatives is opening a new branch office in Salt Lake City, Utah. The branch office w ill provide loan funds and credit services for farmer cooperatives in Utah and Arizona. The regional office is scheduled to It will be located in open in the new Farm Bureau Center, 5300 South 360 West, Salt Lake City, 84107, mid-Jun- e. Current activities offer wide variety By Pamela Turner ABOVE: UFBF president and Mrs. Elmo Hamilton (left) were part of the speakers table lineup at a banquet climaxing Brigham Young University's recent Agricultural Week, where a Farm Bureau scholarship winner was named during this awards program. off Interstate This month marks the commemoration of activities which culminated in the foundation of our country. Those people united to attain their goal the United States of America. We are not involved in the birth of this country, but perhaps we are here to participate in the trials and struggles of adolescence. We have strayed from our basic principles taught at birth by trying to do our own thing. During the month of June, may we as individuals recapture our ancestors concern for a unified nation by personally participating in local affairs projects. Attend a city council meeting, county commissioners session, school board meeting, budget hearing, or planning commission meeting. Become aware of whats going on. Then, with the same dedication as our forefathers, commit yourselves to activities which will make your community better. Thus they will be part of a great nation a nation serving as an example for good to all the world. TURTLES 15. Heading the branch office will be Gerald C. Drew, assistant vice president, who has 14 years experience in cooperative finance in Denver, Spokane and Berkeley, Calif. According to Drew, the new regional office will service existing loan accounts in Utah and Arizona and will explore potential new business in those states.' Bank director and prominent Spanish Fork, Utah, rancher Snell Olsen said: Expansion to the Utah office will enable Utah area cooperatives to have better service from the bank. The opening of the regional office reflects the banks tremendous growth and its forward thinking. Banks for Cooperatives are part of the Farm Credit System that includes the Federal Land Banks, Federal Intermediate Credit Banks and Production Credit Associations. ITS TRAVEL TIME AGAIN! And travel time is tire time 48 Kraft carmels (light) tablespoons cream or canned milk V2 cups flour V2 cups quick cooking oatmeal Vs teaspoon salt teaspoon, soda 2 squares margarine (or half butter and half margarine) melted pkg. chocolate chips (6 oz.) cup brown sugar Melt carmels with cream in top of double boiler over hot water. Set aside to cool. Combine flour, oatmeal, salt, soda, brown sugar and melted butter until well blended. Pat half of mixture into a 9x13x2 inch ungreased baking pan. Bake at 350 for 10 min. Sprinkle chocolate chips over baked mixture. Add Vz cup of chopped nuts if desired. Pour melted carmcl mixture over chocolate chips. Sprinkle remaining flour mixture over top. Do not smooth. Bake 15 min. at 350. Cut into bars to serve. IVz 1 1 1 Spring is finally here. That means youll probably be hitting the road with your family for those pleasant weekends and summer vacations. But you dont want to take a chance on bald, worn or tires when you have your family with you heading for fun. out-of-balan- ce The Farm Bureau tire program offers you extra security at a saving. Because as a Farm Bureau member, you get from $3 to $6 extra discount on all tires you purchase for your car, truck or farm equipment at Intermountain Farmers Association Stores. Now that travel time is here, why not drop in at your nearest IFA store, low priced tires and make your vehicle safe check their for family fun. top-qualit- y, Be sure to tell them Farm Bureau sent you. 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