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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 07, 1927

Page

14

Carbon tetrachloride shown to cure fluke in sheep

Tests in the Territory report carbon tetrachloride effectively combats fluke in sheep. In a trial by Clunien Ross and McKay, fourteen sheep including controls were observed after administering varying doses. all treated animals were free of fluke at abattoir, with some showing only light or no infestation and no apparent drug harm.

Canberra Clunien Ross Commonwealth Bureau of Scientific Hesearch McKay Territory Tve

Steady Wool Market Shows Limited Downward Pressure

The wool market remains steady as merino tops hold values with limited supply restraining declines. Australian and American demand shifts, Russian and Japanese activity, and duty on grease affect trade while futures hint at minor price changes.

Bradford America United States Flussia Stiates Winchcombe Carson Ltd Rusia Japan Sydney Continent Yorkshire Hatate F. E Ulrindl W. M&m Oneill Avondale Mleeee Mackay Bros Walgett

Poisoned Wheat and Metal Haystacks End Mouse Plagues

Farmers are advised to coat wheat with milk and strychnine dust, then spread it to kill mice and sparrows. The method allows long storage and quick resurgence of mice, while galvanised iron haystacks could further curb infestations. Local agricultural groups should promote these practices.

Agricultural Bureau

Market Report Goulburn Sheep Demand Rises

Wheatley notes light forward sheep supply on Wednesday with keen competition for prime quality stock. Prices generally rise 1 to 2 shillings per head from last week. Fat cattle were scarce with cows selling between 8 shillings 10 pence and 10 shillings 1 pence. Gifts of crossbred wethers and lambs listed for Chapman Grameger Reynolds Friend and H F Friend, with several consignments priced as shown.

W. OH. Wheatley A. L. Chapman Lumley G. W. Grameger G. E. Reynolds T’ylara H. F. Friend Larkeshourne

Kea Threat to Sheep in New Zealand and Australia

A Marlborough Sheep Owners' Union report notes kea attacks on sheep across high country stations. The parasitic parrot now targets living flocks, shredding wool and flesh in pursuit of kidney fat, causing heavy winter losses and sustained predator-prey conflict.

Bheepmun New South Wales New Zealand Marlborough Sheep Owners’ Union Mmountain Houth Island Cael Hint Oetween

Forage Poisoning in Western New South Wales Cattle

A District Veterinary Officer reports increased stock losses from forage poisoning in western New South Wales. The report links mouldy silage or hay to conditions that promote toxin formation by Hapitulus botulin, noting that feeding mouldy fodder is unsafe and silage should be avoided during drought periods.

Departmothad of Agriculture New South Wales

Fresh Silage Trouble Ties to Insurrection Reports

A damaged batch of silage labeled as safe is blamed for potential health risks in the wake of unrest. Authorities warn mouldy feed could worsen conditions for livestock and raise concerns about handling and storage amid the turmoil.

Roy

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