Michigan certified corn hybrids show high yields across maturities
Four new Michigan certified corn hybrids performed well in 1953 trials across ten locations. Michigan 250 350 480 and 570 led yield rankings among 85 90 105 and 110 day hybrids. Michigan 250 suits northern regions. 350 central. 480 central and southern. 570 southern where seed becomes available in 1955. Seed is available 1954. growers urged to test on part of acreage.
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Michigan
P. Qe Gibson
Clare
Lower Peninsula
Gibson
Weed control tips from Michigan State expert
Carl son of the Michigan State College horticultural department says best weed control occurs when weeds are very small or before emergence. Moist soil, warm air around 75 degrees, and proper irrigation timing are essential for effective spraying and grass control strategies.
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Rs FB. Carlson
Michigan State College Herticultural Department
Carlson
Marketing tops Farmers Week as growers seek markets
Michigan farmers at Farmers Week at Michigan State College said marketing, not production, is the main problem. Duane Baldwin, the 28 year old Onion king of Stockbridge, cited a 1953 record onion yield of 1381 bushels per acre and warned of low prices. Agricultural economists noted no magic in farm programs and that price fixing requires controls.
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Michigan
Michigan State College
Duane Baldwin
Stockbridge
Baldwin
M.S.C
T. K. Cowden
Right Temperature for Baby Chicks Under Hover
Michigan State College extension poultryman J. M. Moore says observing chick distribution under the hover indicates whether the temperature is correct. Crowding under the hover means raise heat, spreading near the edge signals overheating, and cooler outside air promotes activity and feathering.
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J. M. Moore
Extension Poultryman
Michigan State College
O.K
Moore
Sugar Beet Growers List Two Meetings
Sugar beet growers are urged to attend two meetings on February 24 and 25. The first meets at 8:00 p.m. at the Coleman High School on February 24. The second convenes at 8:00 p.m. on February 25 in the Beal City St. Philomena church basement.
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Coleman
Beal City St. Philomena
Resort and Motel Institute Planned at Michigan State College
Resort and motel operators in Clare County are invited to the second annual Resort and Motel Institute at Michigan State College March 4 to 5 1954. Topics cover floor maintenance lighting insurance guest hospitality and more with concurrent sessions on food problems resort cottage topics and motel development. Information through Continuing Education Center Kellogg Center MSU East Lansing lodging scarce so early reservations advised.
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Clare County
Michigan State College
P. D. Gibson
Michigan’ State College
Frank’ ‘W. Suggitt
Kellogg Center
East Lansing
Michigan
Woodlot Field Meetings For Farmers Set For Feb 28
Two forestry field meetings are planned for Tuesday February 28 to assist woodlot owners. Frank Been’s farm near Weidman hosts the morning session at 10:00, followed by the Forest Brewer farm east of Vernon Township Hall at 2:00. Specialists Tester Bell and Dan Balog will discuss profitable forestry practices and current Christmas tree topics.
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Frank Been
Weidman
Vernon Township
Tester Bell
Dan Balog
Soil Conservation District County Plates
Frank Benn
Brewer
Mark's Auto Collision Service Offers Free Inspection
Specialized service advertised at Mark's Auto Collision Service with a free inspection slogan Sata Brakes Save Lives Perhaps Your Own. Phone 260-W.
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Phobe
Farming notes and dairy market outlook from Clare Michigan
Ben Bosink outlines farm building practices using treated poles for durability and describes calf care, sanitation, and equipment cleaning. He notes a looming price drop for butter and dairy products after April 1, with dairymen asked to cut costs. A dairy tour on February 22 visits Perry Geeck, Frank Thering, Penrose, and local sites with a noon luncheon in Clare.
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Benson
Agriculture Committee
Aiken
Perry Geeck
Coleman
Frank Thering
Clare
Penrose Farm
Beaverton Black-Top
Soil Conservation News From Michigan and Isabell a County
Douglas Houghton warned Michigan’s governor that much land must be sweetened to raise crops, noting widespread beds. Reports describe marl pits in Isabella County, lime needs on Carter farm, pine plantings, and a 500-bird snow bunting group. A wildlife habitat plan aids pheasants and rabbits.
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Douglas Houghton
Michigan
Isabella County
Broomfield Township
Isabella Soil Conservation District
Howard Boys
Deep Gully
Clarence Theisen
Theisen
Deerfield Township
Victor Jansen
William B. Nicholson
Persisting Weed Seeds Live On in Dormant States
Michigan State College researchers test seed longevity by digging up seeds every decade. G R Steinbauer notes viable seeds survive across species for decades, with dormancy affected by soil disturbance. More work is needed to speed germination to curb persistent weed pests.
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Michigan State College
G. RB. Steinbauer
Botany and Plant Pathology Department
Steinbauer
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