Kansas alfalfa varieties chosen for winter hardiness and disease resistance
Kansas farm expert Bill Dickson outlines top alfalfa varieties for Kansas. Kansas Common, Buffalo, and Cody offer winter hardiness and good recovery after cutting with varying disease resistance. Cody is the most desirable, resistant to wilt and the spotted alfalfa aphid, while Kansas Common is high yielding but susceptible to wilt and aphids. Buffalo resists wilt but is aphid susceptible. No variety resists the pea aphid. Certified seed is best to avoid unwanted traits. alfalfa cross-pollination can transfer qualities.
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Erie
Kansas
Buffalo
Cody
Triumph wheat trace ties to Danne origin in Oklahoma
The Triumph wheat variety originated with Joseph Danne of Ferndale Oklahoma, released in 1943. Its parentage traces to Konrad, Burbank, and Blackhall, with the first Kansas certified Triumph produced in 1947. OSU has long tested Triumph and Triumph-like lines, noting the original Triumph remains superior after extensive trials. Oklahoma State University continues evaluating Danne's breeding material to combine Triumph traits with better bread-making quality.
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Fredonia
Joseph Danne
FE Reno
Okla
Triumph
Danne
Konrad, Bur
Bank
Blackhall
Kansas
Oklahoma State University
A. M. Schlehuber
OSU
ASC Sets 1963 Feed Grain Supports for Wilson County
Wilson county ASCS chairman Leon Choate announces 1963 support figures for barley grain sorghums and oats. Barley 9 cents a bushel base with 14 cent in kind payment and 85 cent loan rate, down from 96 cents in 1962. Sorghums No 2 quality at 1.68 per hundred with 2.5 cent in kind, down from 1.90. Oats 69 cents per bushel Grade 3 or better, down from 66 cents, with terminal rate adjustments noted for California and other markets.
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Wilson County
Leon Choate
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee
Choate
ASCS
California
Cleaning Tip For Radiators
Farmers inquire about radiator cleaners for tractors and trucks. A home made solution using muriatic acid and formaldehyde is recommended as economical and effective by Kansas State University. For a 10 gallon system, use about eight pints muriatic acid and one and a half pints formaldehyde.
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Fredonia
Kansas State University
Cleaning cooling systems with acid and formaldehyde
Instructions describe mixing muriatic acid with 36 quarts of water to flush cooling systems. Run engine to operating temp, drain, fill with cleaning solution, let sit two to three hours, drain, and flush twice with soft water plus lye then clean water. For 6 gallon systems use 5 pints acid and 1 pint formaldehyde in 202 quarts water. for 15 gallon systems use 15 pints acid and 2.25 pints formaldehyde in 54 quarts water.
Protecting Wheat From Insects In Stored Grain
Farmers are advised to guard stored wheat from insects using surface sprays of pyrethrins and Malathion, or a 60 pound per 1 000 bushels premium grade fumigant. Use caution as fumigants are poisonous. wear a gas mask and replace canisters every 30 minutes.
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Dickson
Erse
Bill Dickson
Neosho County
Deep Freeze Handy For Ice Cream
Carolyn Kelsey home economics agent advises making large batches in an ice cream freezer and storing in the home freezer. She notes that gelatine, non fat milk and sufficient cream help keep ice cream smooth, and recommends moisture and vapor proof freezer containers to preserve flavor and texture.
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Fredonia
Carolyn Kelsey
Plan For Depreciation In Family Finances
The article emphasizes creating a depreciation fund for fixed assets in homes and farms. It warns that families often treat purchases like cars and appliances as current cash assets, neglecting depreciation from wear, age, obsolescence, and possible damage. It advises wise budgeting to replace worn-out equipment without cash shortfalls.
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United States
Musk Named Noxious Weed in Kansas Declared
Kansas lawmakers declare musk thistle the eleventh noxious weed. Orval Wood, Neosho County weed supervisor, warns of spread in pastures, grasslands, roadsides, and waste areas. Biennial plant seeds readily and rosettes require spraying with 2 4 D to prevent seed formation. plant grows 2 to 7 feet tall with purple flowers.
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Kansas
Orval Wood
Neosho County
Care in Handling Required for Eggs
Advice from county agent Bill Dickson stresses careful egg handling during hot weather to preserve quality. Gather four times daily, cool immediately at 50 to 60 degrees F with 75 percent humidity, and use thermometers. Pre-cool cases and flats, keep cases dry, and market eggs at least weekly, ideally twice weekly.
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Erie
Bill Dickson
Early Start Best For Fall Seeding
Erie county advises farmers to start soil sampling and fall plowing now for legumes and small grains. Early tillage conserves moisture and builds a firm seedbed. delays past July 15 cut yields. Take composite samples from 3 to 10 spots per field, avoid problem areas, and submit to the county extension office for lime and fertilizer needs at about one dollar.
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Erie
Bill Dick
Neosho County
Kansas State University
County 4H events listed for Wilson County families
Farm Agent Dan Pherigo issues reminders of upcoming Wilson County events. July 7-10 county 4H camp at Rock Springs Ranch. July 12 countywide dairy meeting at Dale Wiltse farm 2 p.m.. district home economics judging at Sedan 2 p.m. July 13 4H home improvement tour. fair entries due. July 15 4H style revue judging.
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Fredonia — County
Dan Pherigo
Wilson County
Rock Springs Ranch
Dale Wiltse
Sedan
Seet-O7Ee Seed and Feed For Farm Efficiency
Farmers highly rate Seet-O7Ee for top seeds and feed. The company highlights Mash Feed and Seed to boost farm efficiency and productivity in local fields.
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