Russian Farm Output Lags According to Expert
University of Chicago geographer Chauncey D. Harris warns Russia faces low yields per acre and poor potential gains to match population growth. He cites short growing seasons, limited moisture, and crop restrictions, with expansion hampered by continental climate and subsoil frost.
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Raise Corn Yields with No Extra Cost Through Hybrid Varieties
Michigan State University researchers report high yielding corn hybrids can add up to 44 dollars per acre at current prices. Early maturing hybrids can match late varieties, with best medium early types listed for southern central and northern Michigan. A full report and folder 67 on corn hybrids for 1957 will be available after February 1 at county agricultural offices.
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Time Now To Order Trees For Planting Season
County agent P D Gibson urges landowners to order tree seedlings early. The Soil Conservation District and extension office assist tree farmers with seedling supplies and price information. Orders can be placed with local offices or via Michigan State University Department of Conservation forms available at the Extension office.
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Soil Conservation District
Xtension
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Ruth McIlnay
Department of Information Services
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Biuret in Urea Fertilizer Harmful to Bean Crops
Michigan State University researchers warn that biuret in urea can injure beans and other crops. Higher biuret rates increase injury and tissue nitrogen while suppressing growth, with effects varying by soil type. no safe limit yet established.
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County chorus begins under Mt Pleasant director
The county chorus started with Mrs Stave Wolfe of Mt Pleasant directing and sang three part music from the Golden Book. Attendees listed include Mia Ivor Stork and Ruth Mellway among others. next meeting set for February 19 in the afternoon. Also notes on honey usage in commercial baking from Kansas State College research.
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Do More Work In Less Time At MSU Farmers Week
Michigan State University East Lansing hosts Farmers Week January 28 to February 1 showcasing tractors with a more work in less time feature. Engineers preview fuel options seed bed tillage machinery and enhanced seeding fertilizer placement and harvesting gear for lower operation costs and wider versatility.
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