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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1929
Page
3
The U S Department of Agriculture reports corn, alfalfa, and pasture grass as top dairy crops on the Beltaville Maryland dairy experiment farm. A six year rotation centers on three years alfalfa and three years corn with pasture as a permanent, interspersed component.
United States Department of Agriculture researchers at Beltsville Maryland report alfalfa outyielding other legumes on well suited ground and show it can thrive on soils often deemed unsuitable. The dairy bureau urges dairymen to test alfalfa before abandoning the crop and notes its low hay cost compared with regular reseeding of annual legumes.
Numerous feeds support the winter ration and can partly replace pasture. Silage stands out as the main profitable winter feed alongside dry feeds, while options like apple pomace offer limited value due to costs.
A mixed excerpt highlights dairy farming tips emphasizing feeding for strong calves cleanliness and proper separator care to ensure high quality milk. It also notes fashion commentary praising skilled fur craft and artistry in newer fur models.
Julia Bottomley notes a new fur craft trend for schoolgirl dresses featuring caracal and muskrat pelts, shoulder capes, and fur bow fastenings. The piece highlights fitted lines, capricious color tones, and mixed fur combinations with fashion notes for junior ensembles.
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