Texas farmers urged to return crop questionnaires soon
About 25 000 Texas farmers and ranchers in 254 counties will receive a crop questionnaire from Cary Palmer State Statistician. The program, a joint effort of the Texas Department of Agriculture and the Statistical Reporting Service U S C A, seeks county estimates for Texas crops and asks prompt careful completion and return in self addressed envelopes to provide accurate state data. County data bulletins for 1969 are available by writing the Texas Crop and Livestock Reporting Service Austin or John C White Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Austin.
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Texas
Cary Palmer
Texas Crop and Livestock Reporting Service
Austin
Texas Department of Agriculture
Statistical Reporting Service
U.S.C.A
John C. White
Texas Commissioner of Agriculture
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Roses of Jericho tumble weeds inspire poetic name
The desert weeds known as tumble weeds are poetically called the roses of Jericho, a nickname reflecting their rugged growth and resilience in harsh conditions. The term evokes a fragile beauty amid arid landscapes, linking botanical trivia with literary imagery.
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Jericho
Marketing Expert Analyzes Hog and Pig Numbers Shift
Ed Avacek, Extension livestock marketing specialist, notes the ten leading hog states account for over three quarters of U.S. production and show a 13 percent rise in hogs and pigs on farms to 51 million as of September 1. He cites June-August pig crop up 14 percent to 18 million, with 2.5 million sows farrowed, litter size down to 7.18.
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Ed Avacek
Extension Livestock Marketing
Texas
Avacek
Indiana
Nebraska
Wisconsin
Ohio
Forage management system showcased on Bailey pasture
Wayne Mann reports farmers in south Milan County can observe Renner Foundation forage management at J. R. Bailey's 120 acre sandy land near Milano. Bailey set four 30 acre pastures with Ermelo lovegrass Bahia and Coastal bermuda to provide year round forage, wintering cows on lovegrass with protein supplement, and rotating stock through Bahia and bermuda from May to December. Soil Conservation Districts promote the system for soil cover, plant vigor, wildlife habitat and economic benefits.
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Milan
Renner Foundation
J. R
Bob) Bailey
Milano
Bailey
Bahia
Bermuda
Clyde Hensley
Blackland
Lucian Krose
Maysfield
Forage advice guides winter grazing and stocker gains
County agents' notes advise delaying grazing until forage reaches target heights and planning fall growth to support winter grazing. Dr. Neal Pratt of A&M stresses stocking correctly, selecting healthy calves, and avoiding overgrazing to maximize gains and pasture recovery through the cold months. Termite lifespan note follows in brief.
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Neal Pratt
A&m
Four Milam County 4-H youths shine at Heart O' Texas Fair
Juliann McDaniel David Ehler and Ricky Richter represented Milam County with their families and agents at the Heart O Texas Fair in Waco. Ehler placed a light weight Duroc barrow seventh and a heavyweight eighth. Richter won first in heavyweight and champion of other pure breeds with a Chester White. Juliana showed Hampshire lambs 11th and 15th. Grand Champion lamb went to Jackie Hightower with a fine wool cross. County 4-H progresses with club activities and a prize crown awaits.
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Milam County
4-H
Waco
Juliann McDaniel
David Ehler
Ricky Richter
Chester
Barrow
Ronnie Daniel
Santa Anna
Juliana
Hampshire
Jackie Hightower
Coleman
San Antonio
Wheat Referendum Set For Oct 12 15 Vote
Secretary of Agriculture C. M. Hardin announces a mail referendum on 1971 crop wheat marketing quotas from October 12 to 15. A two thirds favorable vote will be required to make quotas effective.
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C. M. Hardin
Screwworm Alert Aids Fall Season Vigilance
Live stock producers are urged to stay alert for screwworm cases as fall season approaches, with continued vigilance needed to detect and respond promptly to possible infections.
Poage Reports On Farm Bill Status And Campus Unrest
Congressman W R Poage chairman of the House Agriculture Committee says conference on the new Farm Bill is agreed upon and will be sent to both chambers though opposition is expected from members wary of farmer aid and those against any assistance. He also condemns campus unrest as fuzzy thinking and urges penalties for lawbreakers.
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Poage
W. R. Poage
House Agriculture Committee
House
Senate
You Don't Say MOBILE Pronunciation and Meaning
The piece defines MOBILE as freedom of movement and adaptability with examples like a MOBILE mind and a MOBILE hospital. It contrasts MO bull and MO BILE etymology and notes a mobile sculpture suspended from rods that moves with air currents.
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Adria Allen
Beekeepers to meet in College Station Oct 22 27
Three beekeeper groups the American Bee Breeders Association the Southern States Beekeeping Federation and the Texas Beekeepers Assn plan their annual meetings in College Station from October 22 to 27. The event will gather members for lectures demonstrations and networking.
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Beekeepers Meeting
American Bee Breeders Association
Southern States Beekeeping Federation
Texas Beekeepers Ass'n
College Station
Clifton Polled Hereford Show and Sale Set
The Clifton Polled Hereford Show and Sale will be held October 30 and 31. Charlie Shelley, president of the Central Texas Polled Hereford Association, says the event is known for quality bulls for commercial breeders and top females for registered breeders. Watch classifieds for sale catalog information.
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Clifton
Charlie Shelley
Central Texas Polled Hereford Association
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