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Newspaper
Barstow Printer
Location
Barstow, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1928
Page
4
Ithaca state college of agriculture urges poultry farmers to keep young hens in good health through fall. Do not exceed 50 percent production, maintain weight, feed appropriately with grain at night and mash in balance, include cod liver oil to sustain health during winter.
There is no way to estimate the loss to the poultry industry caused by worms of various kinds. States are spending time finding a solution for the worm problem. It may be necessary to kill one bird to test for worms. Pale thin birds with rough feathers, wobbling, excess drinking, little eating, and diarrhea signal worm infection. Remedies target long round and tape worms, with combinations proving satisfactory. Treatment timed with culling saves time and money, while clean or disinfected ground prevents reinfection.
The poultry department at Ohio State University sets a 160 eggs per 365 days standard, with state averages around 70. Some high-grade hens exceed 800 eggs yearly, though they are rare. Average production dips in November to five eggs, then climbs to 21 in April before tapering.
Advice stresses that flies spread tapeworm eggs from bird droppings and urges frequent cleaning of dropping boards this summer. Keep young stock houses clean to deter flies, and prevent range exposure to old hens. Heavily worm-infested pullets should not enter laying houses to protect profits.
The piece notes hot sultry summer weather reducing vitality in both old and young fowls. It emphasizes old fowls aging and melting while young stock must be kept growing and in good condition for early shows and profitable early winter laying.
Imperial Valley cantaloupe shipments this year totaled nearly 17 000 cars, about 1 500 more than last year, per State department of agriculture inspection records. Riverside hosts the State convention of farmers and fruitgrowers in November 1921 with an unusually excellent program, says Director Hecke who has secured several nationally prominent speakers.
Certificates of approval for county wide milk inspection have been granted to Ventura Lassen and Kern counties by G H Hecke director of the State department of agriculture, confirming their official program status and oversight.
The Califor nia State Grange will meet in Marysville from October 16 to 20. Director Hecke of the State department of agriculture reports advices from George Harrison the State master of the grange.
The horticultural commissioner's office reports 5145 acres of fall tomatoes for eastern shipment in Orange county. Growers fear weather patterns resemble 1926 and 1927 when blight caused major crop losses.
The U S Department of Agriculture foresees a winter wheat harvest around 60 million bushels on the Pacific Coast, based on farmers' fall sowing plans. Domestic needs total 30 to 40 million bushels, leaving the rest for export markets.
Advance payments totaling 4,000,000 dollars were announced at Fresno association headquarters for Sun-Maid Raisin Growers. Payments range from one half to one and one half cents per pound depending on grade, deemed sufficient to cover harvesting costs. Experts estimate this year's crop at about 150,000 tons, with two-thirds classified as extra standard.
Seven southern counties Imperial Los Angeles Orange Riverside San Bernardino San Diego and Ventura fielded elaborate booths at the fair. Despite long-distance transport the displays were among the most attractive with 17200 dollars spent on exhibit construction alone, not counting products or other costs.
The U S Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce in San Francisco reports California exports of fresh canned and dried fruits from the port rose 32 percent in the first six months of 1928. Past yearly totals show 1925 value 1,251,949 dollars and 1926 value 1,536,692 dollars. 1928 half-year figure stands at 905,944 dollars, with officials predicting a doubling as harvest season grows.
Dr. J T Rosa of UC College of Agriculture notes California canned 4491 cars of fresh tomatoes and produced 2 166 000 cases of pulp and related products last year. Circular 263 titled Tomato Production in California covers districts, cropping, varieties, cultivation, pruning, fertilizing, harvesting, shipping, seeds, pests, and diseases in detail.
Director Hecke of the State department of agriculture cites better transport and refrigeration as boosting supply. Improved facilities allow eastern markets to receive quality California produce, contributing to a rise from 109,768 cars in 1922 to 187,441 last year.
Apple shipments from western sources were moderate around the first of September, while eastern shipments began later and are increasing. Carrot movement runs at about 1000 cars weekly. California Gravensteins are selling fairly well in eastern markets at around $2 per box, versus $1 to $1.50 per bushel for general eastern fruit.
State agriculture director H. Hecke announced a plant quarantine inspection service covering air travel. The first air route links Ensenada Agua Caliente and San Diego with 43 planes and 163 passengers inspected last month, uncovering contraband fruits in several travelers. The program adds to existing auto and vessel checks.
A. E. Prugh of the Market News Service reports 284,415 carloads of fruits and vegetables shipped from California in 1927, part of 1,031,887 carloads nationwide. The list, though not complete, names 35 items with grapes leading at 74,511 cars, oranges 52,632, lettuce 27,503, cantaloupes 17,829, and fresh peaches 15,179.
The management launches a special effort to attract novices to the Los Angeles County Fair poultry show set for September 18 to 23. Aiming to grow Southern California poultry businesses, they offer $10 for the best novice display and $5 for the second best. Entrants must never have won a blue or first prize ribbon at a poultry show.
In 1927 grapes ranked fifth in value among fruits and vegetables with farm value surpassed only by potatoes apples oranges and sweet potatoes. California leads production by far shipping more grapes than all other states combined with an estimated crop of 2 264 000 tons. Shipments run mid June to November with late varieties packed for December and January. the main crop yields about 70 000 to 75 000 carloads, concentrated in September and October.
O. D. Glenn of Crawford Colorado shows rising profits from cow testing over one year. Starting June 1 1927 with 241 pounds butterfat per cow monthly and 4 87 return per feed dollar, his May 1928 record rose to 406.4 pounds butterfat per cow for 138 cows and 1638 above feed cost. The gain stems from removing boarder cows and using home grown feeds, with pasture in summer and stock beets alfalfa and balanced grain in late year. The dairyman pays 34 cents monthly per cow for the testing service which weighs milk once monthly and provides feeding and care tips.
The article urges providing clean, well ventilated barns or pens to protect calves from sun and heat. It notes little growth difference with direct sun versus shade, but emphasizes flies, hot weather, and short pastures hinder feeding and coat health. Proper feed and care in the first months boosts lifelong development.
A Wisconsin Farmer article reports wide disagreement on when to pick apples, with maturity judged by size color and drop. U S Department of Agriculture trials in Michigan on Ben Davis Delicious Winesap Jonathan and Baldwin show size can grow after picking, and delaying harvest may improve bulk and grade while color and seed color changes are unreliable indicators.
Alvin M. Peterson of Wisconsin shares how his raspberry patch grew from 150 to 900 Latham bushes over four years. With sandy soil he uses manure, mulching with leaves to control weeds and moisture, and yearly pruning of old canes to promote new growth and healthier harvests.
Horticultural guidance notes that trees on richer spots may need less fertilizer than average, and strawberries planted in spring should stay weed free to ensure good yields next year. It advises heavier or multiple fertilizations for slow growing trees, and to prepare strawberry beds after harvest since fruit buds form late in the season.
Dairy notes discuss dairy cows benefiting from grains like oats and barley and the role of silage in digestion. Calves should suckle the dam two or three times daily until the ninth milking or milk normal, then be weaned. With hay shortages expected, silos become prudent investments.
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