Simple Bookkeeping for Farmers Boosts Bank Loans
Federal specialists say a five minute daily system suffices for farm accounts. Start with a detailed inventory of assets and liabilities and a ready income sources record. Classify accounts to show profits and losses, and request Farmers’ Bulletins 417 472 and 782 from the USDA for guidance.
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Jones
Poe
Office of Farina Management O and Co Frrnui
United States Department of Agriculture
Farmers
Washington, D. C
The Beef Calf: Growth and Development bulletin
Describes how to select a beef calf and raise it for show or sale. Covers desirable and undesirable calf types, equipment, health, feeding and ration changes, parasite prevention, coat clipping and preparation for showing, and shipping. Source urges readers to request Farmers' Bulletin 1135 from the U S Department of Agriculture.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Application of phosphate on well managed farms
Prof. Firmen E. Dear of Ohio State University soils dept says corn benefits from manure and clover and supports larger phosphate use on well managed farms. On poorer farms a mixed fertilizer with phosphate can be used, and until potash prices fall, farmers should invest in limestone phosphate and clover seed.
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Firmen E. Dear
Soils Department
Ohio State University
Roosters Selected to Boost Egg Production at Cornell
Poultry experts at Ithaca’s College of Agriculture advise choosing roosters to raise egg output. Over a year of dexterous trials, researchers find roosters with rapid growth, deep bodies, short legs, wide backs, and alert eyes predict daughters who will lay more eggs.
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College of Agriculture At
Ithaca
Cornell
Plow Level Soils In Fall For Benefits And Risks
Fall plowing benefits level soils by killing stubborn sods and increasing next spring moisture. Sloped or wash-prone land is damaged by fall plowing as seeds wash away and gullies form. Sandy or rolling soils conserve fertility best with spring plowing late to ensure timely crop emergence.
Sugar Beet Crop Is Large This Year
The bureau of crop estimates says the United States will harvest nearly 9 million tons of beets, about 2 million more than normal. Per capita beet sugar production rises from 17 to about 21 or 22 pounds, likely helping push sugar prices toward a more reasonable level next year.
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Bureau of Crop
United States
United States Department of Agriculture
Make Hens Profitable Through Cull Rates
The article notes hens beyond two and a half years lose profitability for laying, with Leghorns possibly an exception. Younger hens yield higher profits, and in times of high feed costs, culling can boost overall profitability.
Ventilation Advice for Poultry Houses
Fresh air is crucial for chickens as much as cattle and hogs. An authority notes a hen needs three times the air of cows or pigs, so ensure ample ventilation without drafts or cracks for wind to enter and provide plenty of oxygen.
Egg production depends on feed and capability
The article argues that hens need good feed in variety to produce eggs, but the key is the flock's inherent ability to convert feed into eggs. Even with top materials, a flock can fail to be profitable if the production mechanism is lacking.
Colony houses preferred for free range poultry
The article argues that free range houses suit poultrymen by allowing better bird rearing under ideal conditions, but emphasizes strict sanitation. It recommends frequent cleaning and spraying, painting roasts with kerosene or lice paint to control red mites.
Time lost to make repairs like a well kept machine
The text argues that keeping equipment in good working order prevents breakdowns. It states that time wasted on repairs exceeds time needed for preventive maintenance, implying daily upkeep minimizes unexpected stoppages.
No Profit in Poor Layers in Poultry Advice
The column argues culling poor layers to save feed and labor boosts profitability. It advises doing so in late summer or early fall before spring chickens lower prices, noting that removing weak hens improves overall flock efficiency and profits.
How to Market Wood Products
Farmers hold vast woodland potential to yield timber logs and fuel. Officials estimate farm woodlands could surpass current farm fuel use and supply most farm needs if properly developed. The guide urges market research, grading, and written timber sale agreements to maximize returns.
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Mississippi
Forest Service
United States Department of Agriculture
Lake States
Central States
New England
Hairy vetch urged for wider planting despite drawbacks
Agricultural specialists say hairy vetch thrives in many soils and climates and resists cold drought and alkali. It is underutilized due to high seeding costs and need for support, but its advantages merit broader adoption, especially near the Great Lakes and Atlantic and Gulf states. Department Bulletin 876 details seed production.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Great Lakes
Athintic
Gulf Coast
Department
Federal Grades For Wheat Established
Federal grades for wheat reflect actual commercial value based on moisture dockage foreign matter damage and test weight. Grain experts say high test weight and low moisture yield higher value and urge country buyers to use standard equipment like licensed inspectors. Fair grading ensures fairness beyond mine run purchases.
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Bureau of Markets
United States Department of Agriculture
The Best Advice for Mothers in Elgin Illinois
A testimonial from Mrs. Carrie Hill of Dundee Avenue praising Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe tonic for nursing mothers. It claims improved appetite sleep and health after five bottles. It notes the remedy is root-based, alcohol and narcotic free, and available through druggists with a 10 cent trial package offer.
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Elgin
Ilits
Doctor Pierce
Carrie Hili
Dundee Ave
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