Vermont farmers face all kinds of problems
Commissioner Edward Br. Eurich notes that 1972 brought severe hay and silage shortages due to winterkill and wet fields. Poor quality feed plus rising grain and rail transport costs pushed farming costs higher, with emergency USDA programs aiding some but enrollment limitations and shortages persisting.
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Vermont
Montpelier
Northeast
Canada
Farmers Home Administration, United
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
United States Department of Agriculture
Rust
ASCS
Aristocrat Hybrid Zucchini Wins All American Bronze
Aristocrat Hybrid Zucchini, a new zucchini variety, received a bronze All-America Award for its extra early yield and quality dark green fruits. First fruits appear in about 48 days, plants are bushy, and seeds are planted in groups after frost risk ends. The article notes easy growing from seed, long harvest, and uses for flowers and fruits.
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America
White January sales offer guidance on cotton sheets
Kay Strassburg, University specialist in Vermont, explains January white sale basics. She warns buyers to check thread count and fiber, note that cotton sheets resist wear and bleach, blends cost more but feel smoother, and warns synthetic blends may mislead quality. Size and shrinkage matter, label sizes can mislead, and white sales are a good time to stock up with caution.
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Burlington
Kay Strassburg
University of
The
Vermont
Norman Pellet
University of Vermont
Home fire drill habit can avert tragedy, Vermont study says
Burlington guidance from University of Vermont experts urges in home fire drills to prevent tragedy. Health specialist Tina Valentinetti advises drawing floor plans, marking escape routes and practicing with family at least every six months to build calm, speed, and safety.
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Burlington
Tina Valentinetti
University of Vermont
You Can Fix It Leaking Faucets Guide Offered
University of Vermont extension service provides an illustrated leaflet teaching individuals to repair dripping faucets. The cost free copy requires sending name and address to Publications Office Morrill Hall Burlington Vermont 06401.
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Burlington
Milo Moore
University of Vermont
Moore
Morrill Hall
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I& Cott
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