Michigan State study shows wide variation in dairy costs and returns
The sixth annual report from Michigan State College’s Agricultural Economics Department, with 76 Detroit milk shed farmers, shows average annual cost per cow of 240 dollars and a net return of 19 dollars per cow. High and low return herds differed in herd size and production, with factors tied to volume, feeding efficiency, labor, seasonal production, and depreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Economics Department
Michigan State College
Detroit
Thee
Michigan Milk Producers Association
Ingin Kettering
Agricultural Economies Department
Haa
Michigan Farm Data Show Shifts In Food Consumption
Data from the Bureau of Agriculture indicate Americans now eat over 56 percent more fruits and vegetables than in 40 years. Per capita dairy products eggs meats and grains show varied trends with grains and potatoes declining over four decades. Population rose 17 percent since 1935 39 and total civilian food needs up about 31 percent.
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Bureau of Agriculture
Amterbad
Michigan
Conferences Attract Attention in December Farm Meetings
Many conferences are scheduled for December at the Kellogg Center, Michigan State College. The Michigan Seed Producers conference runs December 11-12, and a lime and fertilizer session occurs December 18-14. Additional housing and garden meetings are listed with starting times and room locations. further details are available from the county agricultural office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SB. Ci Mellencamp
Ieabella County
Kellogg Center
Michigan State College
Michigan
Kellore
College
Kellogg Céntér
Cornwall Kane Ranch Plans For Water and Soil Conservation
Planner Robert Garter and Ben Bosink outline a yearlong effort to divide the Cornwall Kane ranch into wildlife, forestry, pasture, and non-cropland zones. Key practices include contour farming, grass waterways, wind erosion control, and gully stabilization. A tree nursery is planned to meet seedling needs for spring plantings.
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Ben Bosink
Glare
Robert Garter
Cornwall Kane
Boli
Carter
Allen Hall
Kagomir Kratczynski
Hall
Krawczynski
Kasimiir
Chicago Trip Highlights From Isabella 4-H Members
Isabella 4-H reports a three day Chicago trip for Doris Hoffman Betty Sheldrake Richard LaPole and Fred Blackmer awarded for outstanding 48 Club work. They visited the International Livestock Show science museum Marshall Fields and more with Harold Anderson. Final note invites December 15 enrollment deadline for winter clubs.
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Robert Acker
Isabella
Chicago
Doris Hoffman
Shepherd
Betty’ Sheldrake
Harold Anderson
R-2
Rosebush
Countrie
Tiley
Science and Industry
Museum
Chicago Board’ of’ Trade
Marshall Fields
AML
Grain In Storage May Be Affected By Insects
Michigan State College entomologists warn farmers that grain in storage can be insect affected even in winter. They advise careful inspection, use of fumigants per label, and outside-the-bin application for large storage. avoid methyl bromide and ethylene dibromide fumes unless proper gas masks are worn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan State College
Annual Report Time For Extension Activities
The article describes preparing the Extension annual report for the year 1191 with extensive tasks across hundreds of meetings projects and events. It notes copies go to the State and Washington offices and Congressmen, with statistical work due by December 15 and the narrative by December 31. Christmasness offers a brief respite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Office
Washington
New Pen Type Barn In Use At M S C
Dairyman showcases a new pen type barn at Michigan State College designed for a 25 cow herd. The heated milking parlor milk room automatic feed delivery gravity troughs and milk pipelines highlight the innovations demonstrated on December 6 with guidance to visit during Farmers Week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.C. Mellencamp
Isabella County
Soil Conservation Efforts Grow In Local Townships
Local planners report progress on soil and water programs. Cooperators Dunbar and Dunas plan contour furrows and mixed pine plantings on forty plus acres, while George House seeks acidity testing for muck soil to guide cement tile use. Other farmers clear land for pasture and stock bluegills stocking, with follow-up meetings and ongoing projects across Sherman Gilmore Vernon and Coldwater townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunas
Dunbar
George House
Vernon Township
House
Carl Geasler
Coldwater Township
Terrance’ O'Rourke
Gilmore Township
Leo Gatehouse
Sherman Township
Terrance
Sidney Wood
Thirty Million Boosters for Chiropractic Health
A chiropractic advocate argues the practice is the world’s second largest healing profession. The piece credits chiropractors with treating disease by addressing gland and nerve function, claiming nerve control from the brain and spinal cord sustains overall health and offers painless, low-cost relief.
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G. C. Born
Local farming notes on Jadina-brome silage yields
Weekend planning continues into year end as Frank Tyler guides the Pleasant Home Training Farm herd near Vernon Township. Don Zelley farm reports excellent Jadina-brome silage results and high hopes for ongoing progress.
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B.C. Mellencamp
Don Zelley
Vernon Township
Gee
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