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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1916
Page
7
The Kansas Farmer explains that milk yield relies on balanced rations with sufficient protein. It notes milking Shorthorn as versatile for milking and beef, Holsteins yield more milk but poorer carcasses, and emphasizes economy. Kansas alfalfa hay is highlighted as the top protein source, with careful use of cottonseed meal when needed.
A Minnesota College bulletin says corn yields can rise from 30 to over 50 bushels per acre at small extra cost. Success hinges on soil prep seed choice and timely cultivation, with deep mellow soil, proper drainage, and soil fertility through legumes. Long-term rotation and livestock manures are key to sustainable profits.
New York Cornell bulletin reports mildew or Japanese mildew affects ginseng across all fifteen growing states. Past exports near 360000 pounds yearly fell by over 100000 pounds, possibly due to mildew. Six control methods include spring fungicide spray with Bordeaux mixture 3 3 50 plus lead arsenate, thorough coverage, removal of diseased parts, deep planting, rotation, soil sterilization, and drainage to reduce moisture.
The article notes cows can sustain milk flow seven months after calving with proper feed and care. A 10–12 week period helps cows reach peak flow. variety in feeds ensures balanced nutrition including amino acids. Oat and wet hay plus corn silage form the base. small grain aids balance. milking twice daily offers little advantage over three times.
Charles A. Wagner argues that boys lead fathers toward progressive ideas through farm work. He says home labs in farms supplement schooling, linking children and parents via mutual interest and reshaping what schools and homes teach.
Mrs. I M Freeman shares details of a 12 by 16 foot poultry house designed by Dr P T Woods. The open front building uses mesh wire with a burlap curtain in stormy weather and houses 30 to 35 hens, with 70 percent laying during blustery periods. Feeding includes corn wheat buckwheat with greens when confined and scratching material fed thrice daily with fresh water.
Guidelines on pruning, seed costs, and forcing methods for early vegetables. Suggestions include forcing asparagus in frames and boxes, sowing lettuce cabbage beets and onions in flats, using greenhouses or cold frames, and forcing rhubarb roots in the cellar and garden with darkness.
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