New Cotton Suitings Promised By Top Designers
Textile researchers unveil crease resistant and vat dyed cottons shaping a new dress in light, washable suits. Opal Roberson notes high quality tailoring with padded peplums, varied sleeves, and bold colors, while care labels urge permanent finishes and professional cleaning.
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Opal Roberson
Grass Silage Tips Emphasize Wilting and Preservatives
Agricultural extension agronomist Ralph Krenzin notes crops must wilt to 65 to 70 percent moisture before ensiling for proper fermentation and storage. He advises using preservatives like corn or molasses, packing tight to expel air, and prefers upright or pit silos with finer chopping for better preservation.
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Krenzin
Thistle Spraying Timing Says Hoffmann
Hoffmann advises timing herbicide spray just before color appears for best thistle control. Repeated cultivation reduces effectiveness and leaves roots capable of regrowing, so early surface spray is crucial. If not killed first, respray when growth hits eight inches or by September 1.
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Grass silage boosts farm income in mid year harvest
Agricultural colleges advise cutting hay by mid June to maximize nutrients and moisture. Grass silage preserves green feed for winter milk and meat, lowering costs and extending pasture season as more farmers adopt silage with higher participation among leading producers.
Silo Construction Increases In State Farms
Farmers report rising use of trench silos for grass and corn silage in 1951. In Ame county 25 new yerich silos and a dozen upright silos were erected, with both silage types placed in each silo depending on farm needs. The state’s oldest trench silo is just three years old.
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Yerich
Prospects Ahead Rosy For Farmers
The Iowa agricultural outlook is mixed with long term gains in dairy and hog markets while beef profits face pressure as cattle slaughter rises. Economist Francis Kutish cites defense spending and strong consumer demand boosting food profits, but warns cattle producers to brace for lower herd values and higher financing risk. Dairy profits should improve due to steady demand and population-driven milk production limits. Lamb and wool face a slower road to recovery, with sheep numbers rising only modestly and not returning to 1942 highs unless times worsen.
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Francis Kutish
Iowa State College
Kutish
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Feeding Trials Highlight Ames Farm Home Makers Program
Iowa cattlemen and wives from 2000 to 2600 are slated for the 34th annual farm home makers event in Ames on June 3. Speakers include J C Holbert of Washington Iowa and B G Thorne of Chicago. Wise Burrough of ISU will discuss wintering cattle for grass feeding. Show cattle at 12 jets and Browning will open the program at 10 am. Russell Plager will explain a new six year marketing plan for interior sales.
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Iowa State College
J. C. Holbert
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Cattle Feeding Trials Highlighted At Iowa Day Event
Iowa packers and researchers outline an afternoon program at Beech Avenue cattle barn. Six lots of cattle show full feeding with grain and urea substitute, high cellulose roughage tests, and discussions by Wise Burrough Thorne Holbert and others. Dr. Charles E Finley welcomes, Rex Beresford sums up, and wives of cattlemen run separate activities under Dr Faulena Nickell.
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Faulena Nickell
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