Wet weather brings garden woes and wilted hopes
In a northern climate column, John C. Page explains how wet heat fuels squash and tomato diseases, wilt resistance, and the need for consistent moisture and lime. He notes cross pollination creates odd squash, warns about bean and potato issues, and urges practical prevention over fruitless battles with nature.
Tractor safety comes from care and caution
Burlington safety guidance stresses that farm tractors can tip over even by seasoned operators. Tom Patterson of the University of Vermont urges slower speeds on turns slopes and slick surfaces, use ROPS and seat belts, keep paths clear, and prohibit riders. Employers must provide annual safety talks and post No Riders notices with safety materials available statewide.
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Burlington
Tom Patterson
University of Vermont
Patterson
Becaue
Pattergeen
Burlitngton
Power mowers harm thousands in new safety alert
A Burlington notice cites the US Consumer Product Safety Commission reporting about 50,008 Americans will seek hospital emergency care this year for mower related accidents. It warns injuries range from cuts and bruises to amputations and death and urges sturdy footwear and keeping children away while mowing.
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U.S
Field Day Highlights from Bennington County Show
The Bennington County Field Day featured a 4-H division champion Mark Mason of Pawlet for fitting and showmanship while Stefan Strohmaier of Bennington exhibited the champion cow and earned reserve in the open cattle show. About 100 cattle were shown. 4-H kiddies earned blue ribbons and $2 prizes. Action exhibits by local clubs and Green Mt. Climbers 4H Club won the club exhibit. Some 500 people attended at 4-H Camp Ondawa under sunny skies.
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William C. Snow
AVM
Bennington County
Mark Mason
Pawlet
Stefan Strohmaier
Bennington
Melvin Lawrence
Shaftsbury
Bald Mt
Ondawa
Carla Fowler
Bennington, Jr
Rachael Browe
Elizabeth Danforth
Tim Putnam
Pam Gile
Cheryl Lulek
John Williamson
Michele Rogers
Ellen Decker
Green Mt. Climbers 4H
Pownal
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