Ontario farmers urged to sample soil before spring planting
Halton farmers planning spring grains should submit soil samples before freeze up to ensure timely analysis. Ontario Agricultural College reports many samples arrive in spring, delaying advice for current crops. Soil boxes and instructions are available from the Milton office of the Ontario Department of Agriculture. A cattle survey notes sow population changes among twelve farms, with sows dropping from 41 to 30, about a 44 percent decrease, amid rising feed costs and upcoming changes in January.
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Ontario Agricultural College
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Halton Night School applications surge with 470 requests
The Halton Night School program sees 470 applications county wide with all rural and urban areas represented. Most courses expect full enrollment with Drama excluded. Preference favors new students. many applicants redirected to second choices. Available seats remain in Soils Crops Farm Management Home Gardening Household Mechanics and Home Building. A 30‑member teaching staff is being organized to meet demand.
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Velma W Nordis
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Hal-ton Hog Producers Executive Meeting Recap
At the Hal ton Hog Producers executive meeting attendees described the session as tense and productive. Discussion focused on market prospects, feed costs, and cooperative strategies for the upcoming quarter.
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Halton Hog Producers
Halton Folk School plans third annual event
Tal ton Folk School leaders host representatives from Farne Forums and local groups to plan the 183 school with the theme Know Canada. Dr. Robert Kidd attends as director of CAC. Feb 25 to Mar 1 includes metal or feathercraft, singing, recreation. Feb 27 features Thor Hanson of British American Oil as guest speaker. applications to Mrs. Robe Ellenton.
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Canadian Association For Adult Falication
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British American Oil Co
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Milton
Drought Deepens Water Shortage on South Hal Farms
The ongoing drought has created a serious water shortage problem on many farms in south Hal. Officials warn of reduced irrigation, livestock stress, and potential crop losses as scarce supplies strain farmers and rural communities. Local agencies urge conservation and aid programs to mitigate impacts.
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Halton Farm Pond Policy Draws Interest and Site Tour
The Halton Farm Pond Policy announcement last March spurred sixty two applications at the Ontario Department of Agriculture Millon office. Halton County Council on Agriculture and Reformation met Friday to review farm pond work in the county and to tour county reforestation plots.
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Acton
Halton
Acton Ontario
Millon
Ontario Department of Agriculture
Farm Cooperatives See Decline In 1951 Canadian Output
Figures indicate a notable drop in cooperative activity in Canada for 1951, with total investments and association numbers falling from 1950. The data show a decline of 23 million dollars in value and 2,768 associations reduced.
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