Harper Turner Ranch Shows Big Help to Beef Cattle Quality
The Harper and Turner ranch near Pontotoc and Murray counties owned by F. F. Harper and Roy J. Turner in Oklahoma City aims to improve beef cattle quality. It spans over 8 000 acres, with 12 bulls, 180 cows, 100 sheep, and 50 high grade mares. The operation sources champion Hereford bloodlines from Kansas Missouri Colorado and Wyoming and favors model stone barns and careful calf rearing.
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Sheep Industry Expands In Pontotoc County Farming
Pontotoc County shows a shift from few large flocks to many farmers with smaller flocks earning steady profits. About 6 000 sheep across the county graze rolling lands, with breeds including Rambouillet Hampshire Shropshire Southdown and Cheviot as crossbreeding tests aim for rapid growth and market appeal. County agent J H Hill notes spread of farm flock idea and affordable fencing supports expansion.
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Persimmon Trees Offer Income to County Farmers
In eastern Oklahoma wild persimmon trees are common and seen as a nuisance. Budding superior Japanese varieties can transform them in one to three years, producing a nice income as demand for improved persimmons grows.
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Hereford pictures showcase Ada area cattle quality
The Ada ranch region expands cattle raising with emphasis on quality. Photos feature Harper-Turner ranch owners Roy J. Turner and F. E. Harper, noted breeder Robert H. Hazlett, and other local outfits showing top Herefords, grand champions, and high prices at livestock shows in Oklahoma and Kansas.
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Practical Work By Women Of Adult Clubs
In 1927 there were 108 adults enrolled for clothing work with 432 dresses and coats 103 hats and 788 undergarments reported. By 1935 adult members produced about 2 000 dresses and coats. An annual exhibit showcases improved workmanship and styles in home demonstration clubs. Winners among adults and club girls receive trips to Stillwater.
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Increased Demand for Work Stock in Minnesota
Farmers in Minnesota face higher demand to mule and work land, aiming to boost production as more farmers join the labor force. The push targets increased output and efficiency across agricultural operations.
Ada Emerges as Livestock Hub With Resettlement Aid
The Resettlement Administration backs a live at home program in Pontotoc County to boost brood mares and work stock. Local farmers report rising mare breeding, growing market for mules and horses, and Ada's development into a regional livestock center with weekly auctions and buyers linked to Oklahoma City and Memphis markets. Oklahoma sheep numbers rise from 1930 to 1935 though national values fall.
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Illinois to Study Soybeans at University Laboratory
Illinois leads soybean production as a new USDA laboratory at the University of Illinois will study expanding industrial uses. The project involves 12 north central states and aims to improve uses, test varieties, and assess processing effects for soybean products.
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College of Agriculture
Weeds Cost U S Billions Says Cal State Expert
Dr. W. W. Robbins of the University of California Agricultural College says weeds cost the nation 5 billion dollars annually. California alone loses about 60 million dollars yearly to weed damage and a nationwide campaign is planned.
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