Farm and Stock Lard From Our Local Readers
Farmers report on stock prices and crop conditions. Readers submit notes to the Badator James Wilson of Ames Iowa with brief questions and updates for the farm and stock column.
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1893
Page
4
Farmers report on stock prices and crop conditions. Readers submit notes to the Badator James Wilson of Ames Iowa with brief questions and updates for the farm and stock column.
An Iowa agricultural column discusses prudent farming amid price drops in grains and livestock. It urges conserving fodder like corn fodder and hay, boosting poultry and eggs, and avoiding waste while noting hog losses, irrigation on farms, and the need for careful hog care during harvest. It quotes Professor Williams on Russia education and critiques calf rearing advice.
The article urges sowing clover in spring to improve blue grass pastures on Iowa hillsides, preventing dry soil after grazing. It warns hog wallows as a health risk and argues for careful bath placement. It touts corn and related dairy and meat production as national strengths and Iowa's top agricultural asset.
The Iowa corn display in Chicago draws attention to the crop's value for Iowa. It urges Iowa farmers to study their own corn and consider affordable selling prices, highlighting the state commission's investment in representing Iowa farmers and potential profits from the crop.
Iowa land value has increased from government price to 40 60 dollars per acre as farmers improve practices and education. Rent and yields rise with smarter management, diversification into cows hogs and crops, and continued adoption of better methods. Profitable farming depends on ongoing farmer learning and investment to meet rising prices and demand.
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