Farming for Profit Instead of Simply for Livelihood, 1950

From the Harnett County News, Dec. 14, 1950.

Several farm leaders from various communities in Harnett County were present at the regular weekly supper session of Lillington Rotary Club last Thursday night in the Lillington school cafeteria to hear State College’s Agricultural Editor Frank Jeter tell of the progress and potentialities of North Carolina soil, climate and ability of its farmers to make this state rank second to none in agricultural progress.

Mr. Jeter’s address was heartening both to those versed in agricultural methods as well as to those who are not engaged in that pursuit.

It was inspiring, too, when he declared that North Carolina’s agricultural progress had pushed the state up near the top in the listing of the states of the union.

“Our farmers have proven much that they can do,” he declared, “and there is every reason to believe they can surpass most states in farming for profit instead of simply farming for a livelihood.”

First pointing to the progress already made, Mr. Jeter cited the many natural advantaged enjoyed in this state, and these, together with the proven ability of our farmers, make it certain, he affirmed that in the not distant future, North Carolina will be declared the top ranking state in agricultural accomplishments.

“Our records so far show what we have done,” he said, “and they also afford ample indication that we will go forward to higher attainments.”

“Some of us may not live to see this state reach the top-notch in agriculture,” Mr. Jeter said, “but it will surely come.”

“This, too, is attracting more than the agriculturally-minded; it is attracting industry to our state.”

Mr. Jeter’s talk was well received and generously applauded.

Mr. Ammons had as his guests several farm leaders from various sections of the county.

The club endorsed a resolution offered by L.M. Chaffin placing the club on record as opposing the enactment of a bill pending in Congress for compulsory health insurance.