Congress OKs 'veto-proof' Farm Bill
      The U.S. House and Senate moved quickly this week to pass the 2007 Farm Bill. The legislation was approved by the House of Representatives on Wednesday, May 14 in a 381-106 vote, more than the two-thirds majority needed to override a veto.
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Register now for hay field day
PETER MCGUILL
      The Wharton County Hay and Forage Field Day is just around the corner. Hay and beef cattle production are big business in Wharton County, and with the rapid increase in fuel and fertilizer prices, it is getting to be an expensive business as well.
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Oklahoma seeks harvester info
      Oklahoma is asking custom grain harvesters planning or willing to cut wheat there to be included in an online directory. Custom harvesters are encouraged to contact Glen Schickedanz at 1-800-580- 6543; glen.schickedanz@oda.
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