Don't Forget To Include A Vacation In Your Farm Plans
Michigan farm economist E B Hill notes vacations help farm income and well being. Fruit and crop farms have winter slack to use for breaks, while one man livestock operations struggle to schedule time off. A two man farm, like father and son, can alternate chores to allow vacations.
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Special fertilizers not necessary for flowers and shrubs
Michigan State University horticulture specialists say most flowers and shrubs do not need special fertilizer. Use a balanced lawn fertilizer such as 12-6-6 or 10-10-10, but avoid high nitrogen. Well rotted manure is excellent when covered with straw mulch to reduce weeds.
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Michigan State University
Pictured Rocks Draw Artists and Tourists to Munising
The Pictured Rocks near Munising attract artists camera fans and vacationers per the Tourist Council. The rock formation rises 50 to 200 feet and runs nearly 30 miles along Lake Superior drawing visitors to the area.
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New Sudan Grasses Look Good
Report on a two day session with Stuart Hildebrand from Michigan State University highlights Sudan sorghums and thick planted corn as top options for green chop. Advice covers drill spacing 7 to 14 inch rows about 100,000 plants per acre and timing from mid July to mid August with multiple cuttings favored for Sudan sorghums. Farmers are urged to request the Weed Control in Field Crops bulletin for details.
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Michigan State University
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Michigan elk herd grows to thousands in northern counties
The Michigan Tourist Council reports the elk herd now totals between 2000 and 3500 animals, concentrated in Charlevoix Cheboygan Otsego and Montmorency counties. The herd began as a tourist attraction in 1918 with eight elk released in Cheboygan county.
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New Look Port Elaine Wachowicz Demonstrates High-Vacuum Windows
Port Elaine Wachowicz views new high vacuum windows built to withstand 842 degrees F enabling space tests. In Colonville, Father and Son Banquet honors and praise for missionary ladies. Dr Stevens guest speaker and vow to thank the serving ladies. Community events include church revivals, visits, anniversaries, and local gatherings with multiple residents mentioned.
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Price Predictions On 1964 Crops From MSU Expert
Michigan State University agricultural economist Ferris predicts 1964 crop prices as planting nears. Wheat may rally to $1.95, corn near $1.13 loan, oats around 55 to 60 cents, and dry beans steady with high Navies support. Hog, cattle, lamb, milk, eggs trends vary with supply, demand, and policy.
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