Save soil moisture and dairy ideas urge careful farming
The editor urges farmers to conserve subsoil moisture using harrow and cultivator, apply manure to light soils, and avoid waste as drought looms. It notes barnyard manure preserves moisture and improves soil structure, and stresses ample water for dairy cows to maintain milk yield. It discusses dairy vs meat emphasis, cattle economics, and skim milk calf rearing Bulletins from Iowa stations are referenced.
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Bulletin 32
Chicago
Hard Pan Subsoil In Iowa And Tile Drainage Urged
A reader notes Iowa has hard pan subsoil under loam and clay loam on divides and slopes. With heavy spring rain the upper soil will saturate, risking waterlogging. the only remedy cited is tile drainage to prevent cold soils and insufficient root heat during crops. Evaporation helps but cannot avert overwatering on persistent rains.
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Feeding pigs and soil science steer farm efficiency
The article warns on feeding young pigs and sows to avoid scours and emphasizes gradual adjustments to diets and feed quality. It discusses soil health, moisture, and crop selection, noting corn fields, clover, and nitrogenous crops impact yields and the value of proper mechanical soil conditions for long term farming.
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