Folk laws on Christmas Day on Bennington farm
A columnist riffs on unwritten rules that govern farm life at Christmas. Dozens of pragmatic laws about delays, repairs, and family chores unfold as a farmer, his wife, and neighbors tackle broken equipment, water woes, and a calf gift while pondering a silver lining amid holiday bustle.
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Saddle pad anthrax alert for 5000 to 10000 units
U S Consumer Product Safety Commission warns horse owners about possible anthrax contamination in 5000 to 10000 saddle pads sold since January. Pads are 26 by 28 to 30 by 30 inches with grey black animal hair and a blue maker label. Call 800-638-2666 for details and disposal guidance.
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Managing time and energy for holiday homemaking
Holiday season prompts questions on what to do and how to do it. The text urges personal management of time and energy through situation statements, listing resources and attitudes, and embracing flexibility. It encourages adopting efficient habits, seeking help from the extension service in Bennington, and applying tips year round to save hours.
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Liquid whey boosts dairy feed use near Burlington
Dairy farmers are increasingly using liquid whey as cattle feed to cut grain use while maintaining milk output. University of Vermont’s Stewart Gibson notes whey reduces cheese plant pollution and can lower feed costs, with caveats about equipment and urine volume in some barns.
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Stewart Gibson
University of Vermont
University Farm
Gibson
UVM
Fertilizer Prices Seen Rising Next Spring
Washington report from UPI notes fertilizer prices may rise 10 to 15 percent next spring, easing the blow from last year’s price surge. Agriculture economists say nitrogen, potash, and phosphorous use will grow in 1975, with ammonia capacity up about 5 percent but mostly delayed until late year. World fertilizer use in 1974 75 could reach 47 to 48 million tons, keeping a tight balance between supply and demand.
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UPI
Agriculture Department
Federal Power Commission
Cherokee
Ala
Edwin M. Wheeler
The
Fertilizer Institute
Oyster Stew A Simple Yuletide Favorite In Burlington
Aline Coffey notes oyster stew was a yuletide favorite among proper Bostonians around the turn of the century. The recipe uses 1 quart oysters 2 cups cream 2 cups milk butter salt and pepper, and instructs to saute oysters, heat dairy gently, then combine and serve with crackers or toast.
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Burlington
Aline Coffey
University of Vermont
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