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BUSINESS & AG LIFE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2020 RETURNS Continued from Page 1B producers. Cattle feeders will be break-even to slightly profi table with variation based on risk man- agement strategies. Cattle produc- ers are expected to be slightly profi table as strong demand for beef is coupled with peak cattle inventory. Forest products: profi table margins for timberland owners and sawmill operators Although log prices remain low compared to 2018’s peak, mar- gins are profi table for timberland owners and prices are expected to remain stable or improve. Proces- sors have worked through high-cost logs from 2018 and lumber prices are slightly improving. Hay: moderate profi tability Alfalfa profi tability will moder- ate as producers intend to plant more acres in 2020. Large invento- ry of mid-grade timothy continues to drive languid prices, weighing on profi tability. Nursery/greenhouse: solid profi tability A strong economy will support stable housing demand, which will continue to sustain strong HAPPENINGS Continued from Page 1B advertise their business or organization. To sponsor a table, two tickets must be purchased. Contact the chamber soon to reserve your table. Bicameral Farmers Bill of Rights resolution introduced WASHINGTON — Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley, along with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Reps. Deb Haaland (D-NM) and Chellie Pingree (D-ME), have introduced a Farmers Bill of Rights resolution that affi rms the rights of family farmers, ranchers and tradition- al agricultural communities in Oregon and across the country. “Family farms have been the back- bone of Oregon’s agricultural economy for generations,” said Merkley in a press release. “These farmers’ dedication to responsible stewardship of our land and agricultural innovation are woven into the fabric of the Oregonian spirit and have contributed to communities in every corner of our state. That’s why we must make sure family farmers have a nursery sales. Growers secured price increases in recent years and modest price rises are expected in the year ahead. However, growing labor costs remain a challenge for producers. Onions: slightly profi table returns Onion prices would be profi table but given variability of packouts, returns vary by producer and grow- ing region. International competi- tion driven by the strong dollar will continue to favor imports as domestic supplies remain low. Potatoes: profi table contracted and uncontracted potatoes level playing fi eld to compete.” The resolution, described as “ground- breaking,” outlines 10 basic rights that all family farmers and ranchers should have access to. Oregon is home to more than 38,000 farms, which compete in national and international marketplac- es and would benefi t from the reforms outlined in the Farmers Bill of Rights, according to the release. The Farmers Bill of Rights highlights the challenges facing family farmers and ranchers, including historically underserved farmers and ranchers; rec- ommends a strict cap on foreign owner- ship in order to ensure all American farmers can access domestic farm land; gives historically underserved farmers and ranchers access to capital and an equal voice against increasing corporate concentration and abusive practices in America’s farm and food markets; and supports country of origin labeling. Northwest Farm Credit Services customer-members to receive nearly half of cooperative’s earnings in cash SPOKANE — The Northwest Farm THE OBSERVER & BAKER CITY HERALD — 3B An early cold snap froze as much as 15% of fresh market potatoes in Idaho. Other major production regions in the U.S. suffered the same fate. Sugar beets: profi table USDA’s forecast suggests a drop in the stocks-to-use ratio from 14.5 (2018-19) to 13.5 (2019-20), a favor- able ratio for Northwest sugar beet producers. Wheat: break-even returns USDA’s projected 2019-20 season-average farm price for all- wheat is $4.80 per bushel, down $0.20 from last year. Variability in yield and quality will drive indi- vidual producer profi tability. Apples and cherries: slight profi ts A large apple crop has tempered prices. However, good fruit move- ment and continued trade agree- ment momentum should support prices in 2020, and varieties and quality continue to play a role in profi tability. Mild weather during the cherry growing season resulted in good fruit quality. Strong domes- tic demand after major crop losses in California created strong markets for Northwest cherries, but pricing programs set earlier in the year tempered returns. Credit Services Board of Directors an- nounced the association will pay $145 million in cash patronage dividends to customer-members throughout the Northwest, which is 1.25% of their eligible average daily loan balances. Pay- ments will start in mid-February. “We’re pleased to pay nearly half our 2019 earnings back to the customer- members who helped create the association’s success,” Northwest FCS President and CEO Phil DiPofi said. “They in turn can reinvest dollars back into their businesses, families and rural communities, providing a boost to our rural economies.” Northwest FCS has paid patronage dividends every year since 2000, total- ing more than $1 billion in patronage to customer-members. Northwest FCS, with headquarters in Spokane, Washington, is a $13 billion fi nancial cooperative providing fi nancing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fi shermen, timber producers, rural homeown- ers and crop insurance customers in Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. 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ONE BUSINESS DAY BEFORE PUBLICATION Publication Days: Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays 114 Self-Help Group Meetings UNION COUNTY AA MEETINGS LA GRANDE THURSDAYS Surrender Group 7 - 8:00 pm 2620 Bearco Loop MONDAYS Primary Purpose Group 12 - 1:00pm 2620 Bearco Loop TUESDAYS Into Action Group 12 - 1:00 pm Presbyterian Church 1308 Washington Ave. (entry 6th & Spring St.) Surrender Group 7 - 8:00 pm 2620 Bearco Loop City of Elgin Greater Elgin Group 7- 8 :00 pm St. Mary's Catholic Church 93 S 12 St., Elgin WEDNESDAYS Primary Purpose Group 12 - 1:00 pm 2620 Bearco Loop Check out the employment listings in the classifieds and uncover a realm of possibilities, one of which is sure to be the right fit for you. 114 Self-Help Group Meetings PULL TABS ACCEPTED AT THE FOLLOWING BAKER CITY LOCATIONS ࢹBaker City Herald ࢹDollar Tree ࢹBlack’s Distributing ࢹRyder Bros ࢹVFW ࢹBaker Elk’s Lodge ࢹMain Event ࢹLefty’s Tap House ࢹLittle Bagel Shop Classifieds get results. Surrender Group 7 - 8:00 pm 2620 Bearco Loop Island City Soul Sister’s 5:30 p.m. 10801 Walton Rd. Blue Springs Apartments Community Room Turning Point Group 7 - 8:15 pm 63161 Gekeler Lane Fort Union Grange Hall (Corner of McAllister & Gekeler) City of Cove THURSDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 12 - 1:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. ࢹ All Saints (Mens Mtg) 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. ࢹ Grapevine Meeting 301 S. Lake; 5:30 pm Cove Group 7 - 8:00 pm Baptist Church 707 Main St. FRIDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. FRIDAYS Primary Purpose Group 12 - 1:00 pm 2620 Bearco Loop SATURDAYS ࢹ Enterprise Group 7:00 pm 113.5 E Main St. City of Elgin City of Joseph Elgin Group (Winter only) 6:00 PM 70564 Valley View Rd (in shop) SATURDAYS Surrender Group 10 - 11:00 am 2620 Bearco Loop Grande Ronde Valley Group 7 - 8:00 pm Presbyterian Church 1308 Washington Ave. (entry 6th & Spring St.) SUNDAYS Miracles Meeting 10 - 11:00 am 2620 Bearco Loop Questions call AA Hotline: 541-624-5117 MONDAYS ࢹ Grace and Dignity (Womans Mtg) Joseph United Methodist Church; 6:00 pm 301 S. Lake St, Corner 3rd & Lake/Side Stairs, Lake St WEDNESDAYS ࢹ Grace and Dignity (Womans Mtg) 12 pm 301 S. Lake St., Church Basement City of Wallowa SUNDAYS ࢹ Church of Christ 504 w. 2nd St.; 5:00 pm SATURDAYS ࢹ Church of Christ 504 w. 2nd St.; 12:00 pm www.oregonaadistrict29.org Questions call AA Hotline: 541-624-5117 www.oregonaadistrict29.org
