Residue Decision Boost to Dairy Industry
Dr. D M Graham praised a February FDA and USDA accord ending zero residue tolerance for pesticides in milk. He warned the shift to finite tolerances requires time and further research, while urging ongoing efforts to minimize residues for safe, wholesome dairy products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manhattan
America
D. M. Graham
Food and Drug Administration
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Graham
Pet Milk Co
St. Louis
Kansas State University
Musk thistle threat to Kansas grasslands
Neosho county noxious weed department warns musk thistle endangers Kansas pastures by suppressing forage, deterring grazing, and destroying permanent grasses. The biennial weed spreads from Pennsylvania to Nebraska and Kansas, with infestations peaking in 1965 across 45 counties. Control methods include 2 4 D herbicide applications, mowing before flowering, and thorough grubbery to prevent reseeding.
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Kansas
Neosho County
Europe
Pennsylvania
Nebraska
Musk thistle outbreak prompts control measures in Kansas
Neosho county weed department offers half price control. Merle Davis urges farmers to search pastures for rosettes and arrange sprayings. Repeated treatments needed as seeds persist. Nebraska tests show five years viability. Infestations arise near brush piles hedgerows ponds and deserted farms. Musk thistle or nodding thistle is a noxious weed under Kansas law making landowners responsible to prevent seed production.
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Neosho County
Merle Davis
Nebraska
Kansas
Davis
Milk price outlook climbs in April forecasts
Kansas State University agr economists issue Market Forecast showing higher expected prices for Grade A milk in April due to greater utilization, lower production, and stronger supports. Manufacturing milk prices also rise on robust dairy demand and production drops in major producers.
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Manhattan
Kansas
Kansas State University
Sheep Day at Kansas State University Highlights Lambing Factors
Fourth annual Sheep Day at Kansas State University will emphasize factors contributing to sound lambing. Dr. Joseph V. Whiteman of Oklahoma State University will discuss fall lambing and Fort Reno tests. Panel on two lamb crops a year features Whiteman, Dr. Harold G. Spies, and Holton producers. New lamb carcass quality segment with Dr. Don H. Kaupf. Program in Weber Hall room 107 with luncheon at Student Union.
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Manhattan
Kansas State University
Joseph V. Whiteman
Oklahoma State University
Fort Reno
Kansas
Whiteman
Harold G. Spies
Kstate
Holton
Don H. Kaupf
Kansas Sheep and Wool Growers Assn
Joe Green
Beverly
Weber Hall
Carl S. Menzies
A Neon
Southeast Kansas Feed er Pig Association organized
A group of hog producers and interested persons in Southeast Kansas formed the Southeast Kansas Feeder Pig Association. Officers include Glen House president and Don Olenhouse vice president with duties as secretary treasurer. The group aims to promote swine welfare, improve pork quality, and support disease control and research. A feeder pig sale is tentatively set for May 14 at the Wilson County Fair grounds.
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Fredonia
Southeast Kansas
Don Olenhouse
Max Pryor
Joe McGinnis
Glen Henley
Lewis Cline
Neodesha
Harlan Cress
Humboldt
Floyd Patterson
Yates Center
Glenhouse
Pryor
Cline
Kansas
Association
Wilson County Fair Grounds
Rose Care Tips For Kansas Gardens From Erie Extension
Erie guidance from Fred DeLano urges buying high grade roses Nos 1 or 1 in. Planting should be established and pruned by growth habit. Regular spraying against black spot mildew and stem canker with labeled products helps roses thrive.
Grading Change Aligns Cattle Standards With Beef Carcasses
The U S Department of Agriculture revised slaughter cattle grades to align with beef carcass grades. Changes reflect marbling maturity revisions in Prime through Standard and adoption of yield grade standards. Proposals dated Oct 30 1965 and published in the Federal Register March 24. Copies available from the Livestock Division Washington DC.
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Dallas
U. S
Department of Agriculture
Consumer and Marketing Service
Federal Register
Livestock Division
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Fertilizer usage surges in Kansas farms says KSU
Extension agronomists from Kansas State University report fertilizer use in Kansas has grown over 140 percent in five years. Neosho county agent Fred DeLano notes profitable responses to nitrogen and phosphate for local farmers, with corn plots showing 20 to 30 bushels more yield under adequate fertilization. Researchers at the Columbus Experimental field plant high populations early, applying 100 to 200 pounds of actual nitrogen and banding phosphates and potash near planting to improve uptake.
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ERIE
Kansas
Kansas State University
Fred DeLano
Neosho County
Columbus
Mulch Removal Guides Early Strawberry Bed Care
Erie growers should gradually remove winter mulch as leaves turn yellow to avoid suffocation. Fred DeLano advises planting new beds now with early varieties Blakemore Earlidawn, mid-season Midway Sure Crop Empire, and the resistant Ogalalla. Use virus free plants, space 24 inches apart on 48 inch ridges, cover roots, avoid burying the crown, and apply Dacthal or Sesone after transplanting to control weeds. Follow label directions closely.
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Fred DeLano
Neosho County
Blakemore
Earlhdawn
Ogallala
Relish Idea: Spicy Radish and Cucumber French Dressing
Slice radishes thin and marinate with cucumber in French dressing. Serve as a relish with hamburgers for a flavorful, tangy contrast.
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G. E. Barney
South Rutter Chanute
S. Central
BUD Audiss Bulk Agent
Mid-America Petroleum Co., Inc
North Santa Fe
Newcastle
Funjol
BUPEE
Wiss
Rose Food
S. Malcolm
Potter's Hatchery
Demi Shahan
Bird City
College of Home Economics
Pig Growers Farm Group
United Hagie
B & M Feed & Seed CO
E. Main
The
Chanute Tribune
Thea
Mt Poultr
Chanute
S.E. Kansas
H. R. Krokstrom
Martin Baugher
Chanute, Kansas
V-C Soil Service Center
Lorox
Linwron
Atrazine
South Santa Fe
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