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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1912
Page
7
Nebraska fruit growers embrace a state assisted demonstration program to improve orchard pruning and spraying. A Douglas county case shows pruning, spraying equipment, and regular care boosting a 1400 tree orchard toward higher quality fruit and greater value.
The governor proclaims September 30 to October 5 as Seed Corn Selection Week. Nebraska officials urge early field selection and care to ensure home grown seed, reduce imports, and improve next year’s yields. University tests show Nebraska seed yields 6.2 bushels more on average than Iowa or Illinois imports. A free bulletin with care tips will be available via the Bureau of Publicity, Commercial Club of Omaha, or the Nebraska Experiment Station.
Over several years rising corn prices push hog raisers toward rational feeding. Trials tested eight forages including clover, corn, rye grain, cowpeas, and sorghum, showing pork can be produced more cheaply with green crops.
Health officer style guidance on home milk handling from University of Nebraska dairy expert J H Frandsen. Emphasizes sanitary conditions, cleanliness of bottles, reduction of odors and bacteria, proper washing and cooling, and special care for infant feeding bottles. Recommends avoiding reuse of milk bottles without health officer approval during contagious disease cases.
The article warns that milk, while a perfect human food, can harbor bacteria if exposed to dust, dirty utensils, or warm temperatures. It notes milk kept above 50 deg F accelerates germ growth and souring, with infants most at risk from digestive issues.
The article notes winter wheat in Nebraska shows good overall condition but widespread cracking and checks in the soil expose roots to air, dry them, and cause plant death. It warns against harrowing as it risks removing plants, while a four year test cited found no yield gain from harrowing or rolling.
A 1905 to 1908 Agricultural Bulletin reports rolling winter wheat increased yield in every year, averaging five point one bushels per acre. Early spring rolling improves root protection from frost cracks, while harrowing after rolling is less effective. Rolling should avoid moist soil to prevent surface loosening. the study notes improvements without moisture shortage. Researchers emphasize rolling before frost leaves minimal root exposure and warn against rolling wet soil.
University guidance stresses cooling milk to preserve sweetness and wholesomeness. Use sealed containers, avoid street-dipped milk, and refrigerate promptly to prevent bacterial growth and spoilage.
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