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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1970
Page
6
A former Randolph College professor and Vermont official argues manure remains invaluable in farming. He critiques economists who view it only as a cost and notes organic matter in manure defies simple valuation, citing agronomists and gardeners who benefit greatly from manure use.
Washington reports describe weeds as persistent enemy aliens overrunning gardens and pastures. Farmers note weeds entered years ago or were introduced as good plants and now devastate crops, prompting heavy use of weed killers that can affect nearby flora. Agricultural experts estimate weeds cost the nation more than other pests, as weeds compete for water air light and soil nutrients.
An editorial Q and A with Dr. Wadsworth outlines why restraint is sometimes needed for safety and procedures, the No foot No horse principle, foal care and birth to shoeing, how to age horses by teeth, normal body temperature, cribbing causes and remedies, colic causes, and a pointer to Dr. Joseph C. O'Dea for farm layout guidance.
Vermont officials urge eligible farmers to vote in ASC committee elections this fall. Ballots go out around Sept. 1 for community and county posts, with Sept. 11 as election day. Eligible voters must participate in ASCS programs where their farm interest lies to receive a ballot.
Gail Bishop of Shaftsbury crowned Champion Showman in Fitting and Showmanship at Dairy Day in Burlington with 120 youth in contest. Rick Lawrence East Arlington won state dairy contest with 990 of 1050, joining state dairy judging team to Eastern States Exposition. Warren county and Pawlet youth earned blue red and white ribbons across fitting showing and Holstein Jersey events.
The National Christmas Tree Growers Convention comes to the University of Vermont August 20 21 with a ladies program as a special feature. Growers and dealers from 43 states and six Canadian provinces are expected along with more than 1000 attendees. The 11 a m display showcases Vermont crafted decorative items from ceramic tree ornaments to pressed flower cards and scented candles, some made before observers.
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