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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1972
Page
3
May brings gardening and outdoor projects for families. The piece urges involving children in fishing season, planting pumpkins and corn, weed control, and spring time garden care. It promotes hands on activities, daylight, and family projects as positive spring plans.
Free pamphlets from the University of Vermont help new gardeners start a flowering garden. Guides cover Spring Flowering Bulbs Iris care Chrysanthemums and Tulips, plus Growing Ornamentals in Urban Gardens. Request by mail through Publications Morell Hall Burlington VT 06401.
The National Weather Service predicts fair weather Friday and Saturday in New England with increasing clouds in the south and a chance of rain in the north Sunday. It calls for highs in the 30s Friday, near 40 Saturday and Sunday, with north lows 23 to 30 and upper 40s to low 40s in the south.
Vermont farms have enlarged and grown more valuable, with value per acre doubling since 1964. A Census report shows consolidation into larger farms, rising corn for grain, and increased farm income. Across 1964 to 1969 farm numbers fell about 26 percent while land use shifted away from cropland and dairy, orchards, and poultry declined.
Extension entomologist warns growers to inspect corn stands for rootworm symptoms rather than planting time only. description of larvae and adults, signs like goosenecking and filled ears, plus rotation and row insecticide options with rates for various row widths and methods.
Vermont extension agent notes lawns require maintenance, soil prep, proper seeding times, and regular fertilizing. Kentucky bluegrass and red fescue dominate, with care regimes to boost top growth, reduce weeds, and prevent overgrowth.
Slimming and tasty recipe using chuck steak and low fat ingredients for a 4 serving meal. Includes instructions for trim fat, prepare gravy with envelope mix, bake at 400 degrees for an hour, then add green beans and finish 15 minutes more.
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