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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1938
Page
3
English breeder Roome argues that sexing chicks improves farm efficiency and bird quality. He cites 6,000 chicks sexed by a Japanese expert with low prolapsus rates, notes faster growth for cockerels and slower, controlled development for pullets, and predicts higher profits and market prices from sexed flocks.
A proposal aims to halt bruising in beef cattle across Queensland and seeks government support. The Graziers' Association welcomes the inquiry into industry losses and calls for a free statewide investigation to cover all regions. Cooperation from the Meat Industry department is sought for the effort.
NSW poultry farmers with large day old chick orders to Queensland face disruption as a new Queensland pullorum disease regulation requires certificates from inspectors on arrival. The rule, aimed at preventing disease, forces breeders to blood test stock and delays shipments, with some consignments already affected. Tasmania also restricts import of day old chickens and settings without certification.
Nan to go and accompany consignments through the holdings to the abate and to furnish a report on his findings.
The Queens land Meat Industry Board notes bruising losses from cattle transport and advocates padded truck tracks to reduce damage and improve carcase value. Graziers, buyers, and railways may cooperate to implement padding, with an eagerly awaited statewide report shaping future practices.
Inquiries from advertisers warn that the newspaper uses thin paper which may affect ink bleed and legibility. Readers are advised to test ad inserts accordingly and consider higher contrast layouts for clearer exposure.
An advertisement from Tom Parkinson promotes day old and week old chicks under the Chicken King brand. It emphasizes low prices with long trading history and references suppliers in Sydney and Northam. The note details product types, delivery, and guarantees with a focus on budget-conscious buyers.
In Lismore area discussions, Wick Control chairman Mr O Gorman announced more cattle pens to aid tick eradication. He said eradication work would shift to the Clarence River district once Kyoyle quarantine is finished, with Lismore-Gangalow last. Mr Pratt noted staff transfers increased farmer concerns over movements and travel rules, as protests mount over staff cuts and disease control funding.
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