Fewer Dairy Farms But Sales Increase
Kansas dairy farming shows a shrinking base yet growing Grade A milk sales from 1962 to 1965. Production and cash receipts rise while farms decline. average per farm output and producer income climb, with out-of-state shipments increasing overall net exports. Kansas State University notes bulk milk sales to out-of-state markets and fluid product sales rise, and publishes the 16 page study on Grade A milk supply and utilization.
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Manhattan
Kansas
Kansas State University Extension Service
Roger H. Wilkowske
Wilkowske
Umberger Hall
Kansas State University
Pursuit of Excellence Theme for 4 H Roundup at KSU
Excellence theme Pursuit of Excellence guides the Kansas State University 4 H Round-up June 5 9 with 1 200 teenagers from every county in a busy schedule of education recreation and inspiration. Charles Bates chairs the Roundup committee with state and county extension staff. Dr Russell G Manby W R Kellogg Foundation will speak on Your Heritage in 4-H and The Future of 4-H. Dr James A McCain KSU president addresses Wednesday and Dr Chester Peters KSU dean of students speaks Thursday on Freedom Responsibility and Growth. Delegates pick two of nine discussions on health credit nutrition career exploration military obligations and student financial aid. Tours of KSU colleges Thursday afternoon and Youth Safety is the Thursday night program with Sue Huskisson Miss Teenage Knoxville as speaker.
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Manhattan
Kansas State University
Charles Bates
Chester Peters
KSU
Sue Huskisson
Knoxville
Two Tests Slated By Bull Station
Fredonia schedules two bull testing events this year. First test entry due dates extended after Saturday. bulls due June 8 with weighings June 28 29 and final weighings November 15 16, sale November 17. Second test entries due August 19, bulls due September 7, weighings September 27 28, final weighings February 14 15, sale February 16.
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Fredonia
Horse Barn Plan Offered at Manhattan Extension
Kansas State University Extension engineers present a USDA plan for a four-stall saddle horse barn with a 60 by 12 foot footprint and 8 foot overhang. The design uses pole-frame construction with concrete piers and pressure treated posts to resist decay and pests, allowing length variation for more stalls.
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Manhattan
Extension Agricultural Engineering Department
Kansas State University
Usda Cooperative Farm Building Exchange
Leo T. Wendling
No Feet No Horse Says Extension Vet On Hoof Care
Manhattan Kansas State University Extension veterinarian Dr Homer K Caley warns foot neglect costs horse value and season. He urges proper trimming and timely shoeing especially on abrasive surfaces and after winter. consult a farrier or veterinarian for severe cracks. Hoof growth averages about a half inch per month.
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Manhattan
Homer K. Caley
Kansas State University
Casey
New Food Rules Change Public Law 480 Donations
Public Affairs Economist Robert J Bevins explains revised Food for Peace rules under Public Law 480. The secretary of agriculture may select commodities and quantities, relaxing the surplus restriction to broaden product variety and quality. CARE Catholic Relief Services Church World Service and UNICEF will distribute about 95 percent of the 2.5 billion pounds donated to 109 countries this fiscal year, with Kansas farmers contributing from 22 commodities.
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Robert J. Bevins
Kansas State University
Secretary of Agriculture
Catholic Relief Services
Church World Service
United Nations Children’s Fund
Heredity plays small role in litter size says agent
Erie report outlines factors affecting pig litter size. Fred DeLano of Neosho County notes no single factor dominates and urges disease control, balanced feeding, and good management. He warns against fat sows, highlights crossbreeding benefits, and cautions on damp pens and temperature control for higher weaning numbers.
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Erie
Fred DeLano
Neosho County
Farrow
Ingestive Floors Studied by Art College Students
Floors of future homes will ingest dirt via tiny cells activated by pressure. Walking will trigger dirt transfer to ducts under the floor, where forced air will carry it away. The study is sponsored by Armco Steel Corporation and involves Philadelphia College of Art students.
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Middletown
Ohio
Philadelphia College of Art
Armco Steel Corporation
Hoof Care Advice for Horses Improves Health and Comfort
Guidance warns faulty confirmation leads to leg trouble and stresses daily hoof cleaning, proper bedding, and skilled farrier work. Dry cracked feet respond to hoof dressing, while improper shoing risks lameness and infection.
Interest Up in Row Width By GERALD O MeeMASTER
Kansas studies on row spacing in soybeans show planting dates from April to June yield similarly across a wide window. At Columbus a June 25 planting gave the highest three year average. April 25 did best in two of three years, while hot dry weather hurt the third. Narrow 20 inch rows often outyield 40 inch rows in late plantings.
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Gerald
Kansas
Kansas State University
Columbus
Newton
Ottawa
Manhattan
Scandia
Powhattan
Reminder on Social Security tax for farms
County agents remind farmers that if they hire workers they owe a $100 Social Security tax once wages subject to the tax reach $1,137 in a year. Each worker earns tax eligibility at $150 after Jan 1, with 88 percent rate and half withheld from the worker. Payment due by the 15th after liability, with options to pay via bank or Federal Reserve Bank. Forms 450 and 943 advised, and Circular A guidance available from IRS offices.
Chanute Tribune May 23 1967 Page Seven
Chanute Tribune reports local news and notices from Chanute Kansas on Tuesday May 23 1967. Brief items cover community events school activities and city notices in compact edition.
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The
Chanute Tribune
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J.D
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Chanute
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Martin Baugher
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