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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1963
Page
5
News analysis by Dr. Roger H. Wilkowske, Kansas State University dairy economist, notes Kansas milk output declined about 5 percent in the first half of 1963, reaching a low annual total since 1924. Despite lower production, Grade A milk output rises while farm program constraints and surpluses pressure prices and policy outlook.
FREDONIA Conservation funding comes via the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation program official Leon Choate explains the cost sharing helps farmers establish soil and water conservation measures. Farmers apply through the ASC county committee for ACP cost sharing before work, then file completion reports to receive reimbursement or vendor payments.
The note claims live cell yeast stimulates cellulose digestion in rumen microbes for dairy and beef cattle, especially with poor quality hay. It markets Pro-lak yeast blends plus three other yeasts with a complete mineral balance and vitamins A D2 D3 and E, promising better gains and profits. Ralph F. Chapman B & M Feed and Seed Co.
Field conditioned alfalfa hay fed to weaned heifer calves for 93 days showed satisfactory gains across five processing methods. Best gains were swathed-crimped and wafered alfalfa, with average daily gains of 1.10 to 1.30 pounds per head.
ACP assists in funding and arranging technical services as needed to assess necessity and feasibility of practice. This support is provided through special agreements with the Soil Conservation Service to plan and lay out the practice.
Erie reports 4-H girls competed in home economics judging on July 2 with categories in foods clothing and room improvement. Top scorers included Lynna Swiler Martha Frederick Virginia Maddill Mary Neely Karren Shively Beverly Erickson Lynda Lassman Elizabeth Chrisman Margaret Tipping and Donna Shively. District event at Riverside Park in Iota on July 15 will select top county and district qualifiers for state 4-H judging.
Erie county agents report weeds cut farm income by reducing soil nutrients and moisture for crops, lowering quality and land value. Studies show bindweed cuts wheat 30 percent, barley 39 percent, grain sorghum 78 percent. Farmers fight annuals, winter annuals and perennials with mowing, tilling, herbicides like 2,4-D, burning, crop rotation, and targeted chemical treatments.
Fredonia notes effective upstream flood prevention relies on land treatment and structural measures. The first line of defense against erosion is practices like conservation rotation contour farming strip cropping terracing and establishing grass on pastures as part of integrated watershed management.
Kansas State University agronomists warn farmers about itinerant seed peddlers making unverified claims of hybrid wheat seed no such seed exists. Officials list labeling requirements including purity, germination, weed content, testing date, lot ID, and treated seed details. Farmers may sell certain seeds on their premises without labeling if not grown on infested land. Five free tests per year are offered at the Kansas Seed Testing Laboratory.
Erie farm notes emphasize a six week rest for ewes after breeding to gain 10 to 20 pounds. Native pastures like bromegrass or sudan are ideal with salt water shade and predator protection. Begin grain six weeks before lambing at one half to one pound daily, rotate pastures every two to three weeks, and supplement with grain for thin ewes to support milk production and lambing concerns.
Fredonia reports Leon Choate chairman of the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation county committee reviews wheat program provisions under current law. For 1964 price support at 50 percent parity will be paid to those within pre referendum acreage allotments with no penalty for overplanting but credit may be reduced for future allotments. Excess 1963 wheat remains subject to penalties until July 1 1964 after which stored excess may be released without penalty.
The passage outlines flood management: soil moisture storage practices reduce runoff and lower flood flows up to 10 percent in smaller storms, while grade stabilization structures prevent gully erosion and support waterways, with slight flood crest reduction. It also notes detention structures placed above major damage areas, possible channel enlargement below them, and levee work in urban zones.
ERIE Growers in Neosho county are reminded that July 31 is the lean maturity date for 1962 crop soybeans. The date extends two months beyond the original take over date. Glenn Neely, chairman of the ASCS county committee, notes that producers with outstanding farm or warehouse storage loans on 1962-crop soybeans have until July 31 to redeem loans and market the crop commercially. Those with a signed purchase agreement option have 30 days before July 31 to notify the county ASCS office if they intend delivering the crop under the agreement terms.
The giant bluefin, weighing as much as 1,500 pounds, is the best known tuna. Other varieties include albacore, yellowfin and skipjack or striped tuna.
FREDONIA Dark spots on cucumber melon pumpkin squash or gourd leaves signal anthracnose says Wilson county farm agent Dan Pherigo Yellowish spots on muskmelon leaves indicate alternaria leaf spot Growers should watch for early signs and apply zineb ziram or captan while plants are small Alternate maneb and zineb after runners Maneb may injure plants if used for every application Spray after each rain and weekly If powdery mildew appears apply karathene to prevent spread.
Wisconsin research finds cutting date key to evaluating first crop hay while leafiness dominates later crops. Virginia and Kansas results show pelleted hay lowers fiber digestibility and milk yield versus chopped or long hay. Ongoing trials study low moisture silage haulage and the push for near airtight silos to preserve feed.
The article notes higher dry matter intake raises production, citing silage with moisture above 60 percent. It also observes Kansas emphasizes grass silage less than other states, so results may not transfer directly. Nonetheless, increasing daily dry matter consumption remains valuable for greater output.
A local supplier promotes specially developed seed designed to meet individual farming needs, promising more bushels per acre and higher yield through tailored seed varieties.
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