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Show iff 7 Sr WMtiltMKhiM UINTAH BASIN STANDARD. September Utah farmets Watch Markets Futures trading resumes after last Tuesday's terrorist attacks Shock and aorrow over the terrible of life in the Sept. 11 terrorist attack hit Utahs form and ranch community hard, like everybody else. Butfor agriculture, the tragedy could aleobringlower prices for their crops and livestock. With the fall harvestin Aill swing, the states fanners and ranchers are closely watching the nations commodity markets as futures tradingresumed Thursday, two days after the terrorist destruction of the World Trade Center and the Pentagon attack. According to Jim Simmons, manager ofFann Bureaus Chicago-base- d InNewYork, manyofthoss workers in the twin towers of the World Trade Center were involved in commodity trading through the Chicago BoardofTcade, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, the Kansas City Board of Trade or other trading centers. While soma other brokerage houses and traden will eventually develop loea the marketing relationships lost when the tragedy hit. Farm Bureaus trade specialist and Bob Stallman, the groupsnational president, were in Geneva .Switzerland, engaged in trade talks at the World Trade Organ izat ions headquarters when the terrorists struck. The WTO building was immediately placed under lock down conditions as a precaution because protesters against world trade havepre viously turned violent Farm Bureau, the nations largest farm group, is especially watching fuel prices. We could see some ofthe higher ges prices that have spiked up here in the last day or so cany and slow down the overall economy both in the United States and the world, g Francl said. Although no fuel ku happened in Utah so far from thutragBcfy, price increases have been seen in other parts of the nation. Many analysts say Mideast oil supply may be influenced more by how America retaliates if they discover who is behind the terrorist acts. Utah's farmers and ranchers sold more than $1 billion in crops and livestock last year, generatingat least $3 billion in economic activity in Utah. marketing information service, within an hour after ftitures trading resumed, December corn ftitures were down slightly, live cattle prices dropped a significant 40 cents per hundredweight and wheat ftitures dropped slightly. However, November soybean ftitures and October hog futures were up slightly. For agriculture, like many other industries, the ftitures market has heavy impact on production decisions at thei farm or ranch, as well as planning by suppliers ofservices anapnoducts that formers need. Terry Francl, Farm Bureaus chief economist said that following previous catastrophic events, markets usually trend downward. But he added that this is harvest time for most of the nation andthat also usuallycauses commodity prices to trend downward for a time. Inthe next few days, we mqy see the uncertainty cause those prices to go a little lower than they otherwise would have," Francl said. I think in a few days, or at least in a weekor so, you'll (see) a refocus on the fundamental supply and demand issues. Grain market analysts say that grain futures have typically exhibited little long-terresponse to acts of terrorism. price-gougin- world has ever witnessed. I ask that your thoughts and our prayers remain with the victims, their families and our leaders as we endure, rebuild and restore this great nation. I voluntarily ask that you stand tall as proud Americana and confirm our beliefs and faith in this country. Security was beefed up at oil and gas plants in the Uintah Basin in the wake of the assaults in New York and hour Washington, D.C. Twenty-fou- r security remains in place to guard the county's reservoirs. On Friday, the Ute Indian Tribe donated 36,000 bottles oftheir spring water from the Whiterocks bottling plant to rescue and relief workers in New York. The water was expected to reach its destination by Monday. Just after the attacks, calls came into the Uintah Basin Medical Center mid Ashley Valley Medical Center from people wanting to donate blood to help the national supply at this time oferisis. A RENEWED RESPECT- - With hands over their hearts. Union high football supporters, listened, as the words of the national anthem reminded them of the great country they live in. Although the words to the national anthem are repeated often, last Tuesdays terrorist attacks place a renewed energy to them. within the Uintah Basin . flags to show their patriotic solidarity. On that day, schoolchildren in the Uintah Basin gathered around flag poles and in classrooms to sign patriotic songs and remember those who lost their lives in Tuesdays attack. The First Presidency ofthe Church Saints of Jesus Christ of Latter-Da-y In accordance with President suggested that Sunday ward sacraGeorge W. Bushs proclamation of ment meetings for Sept. 16 become Friday, Sept. 14, as a National Day of essentially a memorial service and a Prayer and Remembrance, main time for expressions of faith in the The Roosevelt Christian Assembly held a candle light vigil the day after the terrorist attacks. Other such gatherings were also held as groups of citizens in Duchesne and Uintah counties organized memorial vigils for the victims and their families. Organisers explained, We felt we had to do something. . atoning sacrifice of the Son of God, which extends to all men. We pray that the Savior's peace and love will guide us all through this difficult period, their message read. As the nation readies for war, one can only speculate on how great the sacrifices will be. Families from Duchesne and Uintah counties with sons and daughters, or other loves ones in the military are preparing to perhaps make the ultimate sacrifice. streets, church, homes and businesses non-poro- r .. ' .v: - . H 21 the greatest, grandest nation the e, flP. Pace 'firemen she knew. At Union High something out of the ordinary occurred Thursday during a pep assembly to psych up students for a Friday night football game with rival Uintah High teenagers stood to say the Pledge of Allegiance. And they listened reverently as teacher and assistant football coach JefTHanke explained the history behind the hours ago Pledge and said, Fifty-tw- o our nation became a target. Our liberties, freedoms and securi ty have been challenged. While we watch and listen as history unfolds before us; we must remain steadfast to the resolve ofthis According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, v - Continued from page 13 Tips on safe food handling Z' Jr 2(X)1- REFLECTIONS m foodbome illnesses affect millions of people and cause thousands ofdeaths yearly. Approximately 800,000 illnesses occur in children under the age of ten each year. Since September is National Food Safety Education Month, now is a good time to renew awareness ofsafe food handlingtech-nique- s. Consider these tips when chilling, cleaning, separating and cooking food. Keep cold foods cold. Make sure the refrigerator ten perature is 40F or below and the freezer is 0 F or below. Dont overfill the refrigerator. Cool air must be allowed to circulate to keep food safe. Refrigerate or freeze perishables, prepared food and leftovers within two hotusofpurchaseor preparation, or within one hour ifthe temperature is above 90 F. At room harmful bacteria in food can double every 20 minutes. Divide large quantities of leftovers into shallow containers for quicker cooling in the refrigerator. Thaw food in the refrigerator. For quick thawing, submerge in cold water in airtight packaging, or thaw in the microwave and cook the food immediately. Keep food out of the temperature danger zone, which is between 40 and 140 F. Marinate foods in the refrigerator. When transporting food, place cold food in a cooler with ice or commercial freezing gels. Keep the cooler in the coolest part of your car rather than in a hot trunk. Clean hands, food preparation areas and food properly. Wash hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds before preparing or eating food. cutUse a plastic or ting board, then run it through the dishwasher or wash in hot soapy water after use. Use paper towels to clean up kitchen surfaces. If you use cloths, wash them often on the hot cycle. Rinse fruits and vegetables with cold running water before preparing or eating them. Wash hands, cutting boards, dishes, and utensils with hot soapy . water after preparingeach food item, especially meats. Keep food separated so doesnt occur. Keep raw meat, fish andpoultry wrapped properly in the refrigerator so juices do not drip on other foods. Do not place cooked food on a plate that previously held raw meat, poultry or seafood. Use a separate cutting board for raw meat products. Cook to proper temperatures. Cook ground beefto at least 160 F. Do not eat ground beef that is pink inside. Cook roasts and steaks to at least 145 F, poultry breasts to 170 F and whole poultry to 180 F. Bring sauces, soupe and gravy to boil when reheating. Rotate food in the microwave to avoid cold spots. Cook eggs properly. Cook them until both the yolk and the white are firm. Casseroles and other dishes should be cooked to 160 F. 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