Market Signals and Feed Costs for Dairy and Grain
UVM County Extension Agent analyzes how soaring soybean prices and protein costs raised feed expenses for dairy beef and poultry farmers. He cites alfalfa hay as a cheaper protein source, warns producers to forecast market demand and export needs, and urges policy that aligns with real market needs to avoid future price shocks.
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John C. Page
UVM County Extension
Congress
Farmer's field day brings good weather and community fun
Four-H dairy shows, crafts, and exhibits unfold at Camp Ondawa Sunderland as farmers and families showcase livestock, canning, sewing, and garden produce. Kids participate in a popular kiddie show while vendors, barbecued chicken, and desserts add festive flavor for attendees and entrants alike.
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Jackie Boyd
Bennington County Farmers’ Field Way
Camp Ondawa
Sunderland
Maple pest brings early fall to trees in Vermont
Burlington Vermont extension entomologist Dr. Gordon Nielsen warns the Maple Leaf Cutter causes premature leaf browning on maples. He notes light colored spring leaves, heavy skeletonizing by July, and advises burning fallen leaves now to destroy winter habitat. Chemical treatment may be needed in widespread infestations.
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Burlington
Vermont
Gordon Nielsen
University of Vermont
Nielsen
Fertilizing guide for Vermont gardens and plants
University of Vermont extension horticulturist Dr Norman Pellet advises steady feeding for roses and annuals with half cup of 10 10 10 per 100 square feet every three weeks during the growing season. Woody plants need one or two fertilizations. late May or early June is suggested for slow release and organic fertilizers, with mid October as a follow up.
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Burlington
Norman Pellet
University of Vermont
Perlett
Morrill Hall
Prices steady on farm products
Washington report shows farm product prices unchanged in the month. Soybean prices fell from a record to 5.68 a bushel, offset by gains in hogs milk and corn, with the overall farm price index stable at June 15 levels.
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Washington
UPI
Agriculture Department
Flood relief funds set for Vermont counties
The federal government will share flood repair costs for farms in 12 of 13 Vermont counties. John W. Clark of Shelburne, chair of the State Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee, announced $100,000 in aid to help farmers recover from flood damage.
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Shelburne
Vermont
Vermont Natural Food and Farming Association
Derek Webb
Shelburne Farms
Champlain Valley
Middlebury
Mr. Mraz
Burlington
Veermont County
John W. Clark
State Agricultural Stabilization
Conservation Committee
Qat
Earl Butz
Addison
Bennington
Caledimia
Chittenden
Essex
Franklin
Lamaille
Orange
Orleans
Rutland
Washington
Windham
Windsor
ASCS
Vermont garden clubs win in 40th Yearbook Contest
Burlington area clubs Manchester Garden Club and Garden Club of Springfield earned a fifth place award and honorable mention respectively in the 40th Annual Garden Club Yearbook Contest announced in Horticulture magazine. Judges evaluated club activities and member participation for the honors.
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Burlington
Vermont
Garden Club
Manchester
Garden Club of
Springfield
Horticulture” Magazine
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