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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1953
Page
5
Janes recommends Methoxychlor or DDT for grain treatments to reduce pesticide residues. Use two tablespoons per gallon of water when broom application or three gallons for sack sprayers, ensuring floors ceilings and walls are covered. Complete cleanup two weeks before storing new grain and avoid chlor dane or lindane.
Bay and Cass counties face army worm incursions with likely spread to several areas in Michigan. Extension entomologist Ray Jones of Michigan State College outlines two control options: bait or spraying with toxaphene or chlordane before worms climb grain stalks. He cautions against use on forage crops with insufficient growing time to avoid residue issues.
Michigan State College extension sheep specialist Graydon Blank urges a year round parasite program using phenothiazine mixed with salt in a weather proof box. A suggested mix is one pound phenothiazine to 12 to 14 pounds of salt and kept available across pasture season.
Soil Conservation Directors host a twilight tour at Clynton Sloan farm Coldwater Township on Monday night July 18 arriving by 7 40 to view conservation practices strips grass waterways revamped field layouts and soil building crop rotations. The farm’s new pen type barn helps save time and labor.
The column warns of insect damage this season with pests on pines such as sawflies and white pine weevils. It stresses killing larvae before they enter shoots and advises shaping Christmas trees. Bob Carter and Francis Fry are noted for seed beds and sod waterways projects, with ongoing drainage and pasture plans. Ben Holdman reports a strong year.
Grasshoppers are increasing in most Michigan areas with infestation common in past years. Ray Jones, extension entomologist at Michigan State College, notes growers may use toxaphene or chlordane based baits or sprays. Farmers planning control should consult their county agricultural agent for detailed directions to prevent severe damage next season.
Michigan State College agricultural economists weigh buying a combined grain auger against hiring services. They advise weighing upfront costs, long term benefits, and readiness of grain to determine the best option for a small acreage. The article notes potential advantages of owning equipment for timely harvest decisions.
Glen Poet of Clare reports 305 day herd test results for Brown Swiss cows with milking data. Records include names ages and production figures such as Verna 10426.6 pounds 3.97 percent 413.50 pounds fat and Esther 11576.1 pounds 4.79 percent 564.53 pounds fat.
Farm storage for corn will be scarce this fall with harvest prices below loan levels. A 275 bushel crib built from farm woodlot material is shown, with plans available from the County Extension Agent. Insecticides aid plants but can harm humans. wear protective clothing and wash sprayed produce. Continuous upkeep saves costly repairs and time. operators must read the service manual. Gome poultry disease appears as blue gome, with low spirits and diarrhea. treatment includes one tablespoon of intriate of potash per gallon of drinking water for seven days.
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