Increase Moisture by Summer Fallow in Wheat
An Extension Crops Specialist notes summer fallow stores soil moisture for next wheat crop. Winter wheat benefits from deep moisture feeding roots to six feet. Fallowing also allows straw decay to enrich humus and fertility. A year of fallow improves soluble plant nutrients, boosting yields as shown at Hoyt station with 23.9 bushels after fallow versus 3.7 more than continuous wheat.
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A. L. Clapp
Kangzas State
Hoys
Preventing Anemia in Suckling Pigs with Minerals
Wisconsin experiment station recommends feeding iron and copper to suckling pigs to prevent anemia. Weekly doses of 150 mg iron ferric sulphate and 25 mg copper copper sulphate are advised, with druggists able to prepare solutions. Illinois station notes teat-dip application of iron and copper solutions. A corn syrup mix combining copper sulphate and ferric citrate provides an easy preventive method.
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Wisconsin Experiment Station
Illinois Station
Favor Small Container for Market Tomatoes
The article notes higher profits for early market tomatoes when sold in 10‑pound baskets rather than 20‑pound ones. Straight‑sided small baskets allow uniform sizing, reduce damage with corrugated paper dividers, and a paper liner can improve prices, per E R Lancashire.
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E. R. Lancashire
Ohio
Columbus
Swine Feeding Tests In Missouri
Swine feeding tests in Missouri last year found alfalfa meal in a corn and tankage ration increased rate and economy of gains. About 11 pounds of alfalfa meal replaced 32 pounds of corn and 4 pounds of tankage. Small amounts of cottonseed meal or linseed meal with alfalfa slightly raised gain rate and reduced feed per unit, while large amounts of cottonseed meal reduced efficiency.
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Missouri
Farm Notes and Farming Practices Summary
A 70 colony apiary equals about forty acres in labor and income. Cucumber profit hinges on pest control. Creosote-treated wood can yield 20-year fence posts. Timothy seeding can occur mid September with good odds of fall forage. Barnyard manure remains strong garden fertilizer though low in phosphorus necessitating phosphate addition to hasten ripening.
Sportsy Shoes For Summer Fashion Feature
A fashion feature outlines summer footwear trends with eyeleted sports shoes, white buck and dark kid combinations, and low heels for modern wear. It highlights organdie trims, floral embroidery, sandals from casual to evening styles, and wreath-inspired decorations, all tied to a youthful, stylish summer look.
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