Fall garden tips for better produce and cost savings
County Agents notes that a fall garden yields fresher, cheaper vegetables and often better nutrition. It covers transplant choices for tomatoes peppers eggplants and broccoli and advises rejuvenating remaining spring tomatoes. Also discusses timing for squash cucumbers beans and Irish potatoes and storage tips to prevent rot and freezing.
Texas Screwworm Count Rises in 1976 Case
USDA veterinarian notes Texas 1976 screwworm tally reaches 6 398 from 135 counties. John C Hicks found maggots near Franklin, calf treated July 24. APHIS uses sterile male technique. first Limestone County case July 1 and Brazos County July 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robertson County
Texas
U.S. Department of Agriculture
USDA
M. E. (Cotton) Meadows Jr
The
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
APHIS
John C. Hicks
Franklin
Limestone County
Brazos County
Texas Seed Certification Shifts to Genetic Identity Rule
Texas producers will see seed labels change for 1977 with certification for genetic identity only. The analysis label remains the source for quality details such as purity inert matter and germination. The move aims to standardize with federal act and boost internatio nal seed trade while preserving quality standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Robert B. Metzer
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
Metzer
Texas Seed and Plant Board
Texas Department of Agriculture
Trustees Approve Grant To Baylor For Restoration Work
The J E and L E Mabee Foundation approved a 500000 grant to Baylor University to aid Burleson Quadrangle restoration and a new academic facility on the Waco campus. Funds support Baylor’s Heritage Campaign targeting 22500000 for current and future needs and enrollment stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baylor University
J. E. and
L. E. Mabee Foundation
Tulsa
Okla
C. D. Forrest
Baylor
Abner V. McCall
Burleson
Waco
Four-H Activities Announced for Regional Shows
The Houston Fat Stock Show runs the first week of March 1977 with beef and dairy scrambles for youths aged 12 to 16. Contact the County Extension Office by Aug 13 to aim for a heifer project. Washington County Fair in Brenham Sept 22 25 is a breeding show closing entries Sept 11. The Heart Texas Fair in Waco runs Oct 5 10 with entries due Sept 15. State Fair of Texas in Dallas Oct 9 23 opens Oct 9 17 for open shows and Oct 18 23 for juniors. postmark by Sept 7. Contact Cameron County Extension Office at 817 697-3382 for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Washington County
Brenham
Waco
Dallas
Cameron
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Texas A&m University System
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Texas Crop and Livestock Reporting Service
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Wichita
Dodge City
Hays City
Platte River
SUG. Mfg. LP
Mtarvis
Quincy Jones
West Main
XAS Department
ORI
John C. White
Belfalls Electric Co-Op
Rosebud-Ldtt
Travis
Mercury
Pinto
Volkswagen
Galaxie
Ford
Hefley Stedman