Grass Harvest Changes Silage Methods Across Farms
Farmers report a bumper hay crop and new silo filling methods using self unloading wagons and field choppers. Three tractors and two wagons now help speed silage while some still stack long grass. local pioneers mix square and round silage stacks and tractors trench through silos. Michigan has 71 soil conservation districts with over 90 percent of agricultural land in districts.
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Ned Weckesser
Hamilton Township
Ned
Mort Shea, Jr
Robert Clute
Sheridan
Bob
England
Michigan
Russell G. Hill
MSC
Wheat growers vote on Clare County quotas at Sheridan Town Hall
July 28 voters in Clare County will decide on continuing or ending the 1955 marketing quotas for wheat. Andrew J. Keysor notes a two thirds majority needed and eligibility for growers with over 16 acres. If approved, penalties apply to excess wheat and full price support follows allotments. if rejected, no quotas and price support drops to 50 percent.
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Clare County
Sheridan Town Hall
Andrew J. Keysor
Clare, County
Use That Space Between Rows for Soil Between Corn
Michigan crop experts suggest sowing rye Tye Brass or Sweet clover between corn rows to cut winter erosion and provide green manure. Seedings can be done with a front-mounted seeder or a tractor attachment, with shallow coverage for best stands. Recommended rates per acre: 1 bushel to 6.25 bushels rye or 8 lb alfalfa or 12–15 lb sweet clover, or 10 lb sweet clover plus 3–4 lb domestic rye grass.
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Michigan
Herb Pettigrove
Michigan State College
Pettigrove
Progress in Poultry Raising Reported at National Conference
Delegates at the National Poultry Improvement Plan conference heard Dr. Howard De Zindel of Michigan State College outline the plan to eradicate pullorum through testing. Undersecretary Morse highlighted NPIP's reach with two thirds of the nation's chicks produced by members and noted a shift toward cost efficient production and year round turkey consumption.
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Howard de Zindel
Michigan State College Poultry Department
Morse
NPIP
Groom Heifers Early For Dairy Show Tips
Michigan State College dairymen guidance from Jerry Malosh outlines care for dairy heifers eight weeks before shows. Wash lightly with tar but not too often, provide dark stalls, a blanket, regular brushing, proper feeding and water, night turnout, and selective clipping of tail and neck areas. Train leading and standing with feet level, trim toes carefully for even stance.
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Jerry Malosh
Clare County 4-H
Michigan State College Dairymen
Head Off Weeds Urged By Horticulturist Jack Rose
M S C horticulturist Jack Rose urges gardeners to head off weeds by stirring the top inch of soil with a rake or hoe after each rain. The advice emphasizes early weed control to protect crop beds and maintain garden health.
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M.S.C
Jack Rose
Dairy firm eyes low cal ice cream in US market
An article notes American consumption of about 15 quarts of ice cream per person yearly and reports MSC dairy processing specialists are developing a low calorie ice cream to meet health trends.
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M.S.C
Mexican Bean Beetles Here Warned for Gardeners
P D Gibson Clare county agent and Ray Jones Michigan State College entomologist warn that Mexican bean beetles are active now. Do not wait to spray. early treatment prevents large larval infestations. Malathion is effective for field beans but not snap beans within ten days of harvest. use rotenone-pyrethrum on snap beans and spray underside of leaves. Details available from Extension Bulletin 212 at Michigan State College.
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P. D. Gibgon
Clare County
Ray Jones
Michigan State College Extension
Jones
Ounty
Gibson
Bulletin
Michigan
State College
Marble Auto Collision Offers Free Brake Inspection
Specialized service at Marble Auto Collision Service presents a free brake inspection with the slogan Safe Brakes Save Lives Perhaps Your Own and a contact phone 260 W for details or to schedule.
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Marble Auto Collision Service
Cancer treatment reach in 1954 cited by ACS
The American Cancer Society estimates about 700000 Americans will be under cancer treatment in 1954. This figure underscores the growing scope of cancer care and the ongoing need for medical research and patient support.
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The
American Cancer Society
Comparative Energy Values of Food Items Record
A historical note states energy values for foods with figures showing one pound of chiefsteak equals 21 pounds of cheese or 33 eggs, illustrating early nutrition comparisons and measurement conventions.
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Paul BD. Gibson
B.s.hotencamp
Isabella County
Patricia Kungise
Ruth Malinay
Deane Meredith
Dan Balog
Jerky Malosh
Harry Densmore
Clare Livestock Auction
Wolverine Stock Yards Co
St. Johns
Clare
Lapeer — Lake Odessa
Prince & Go Livestock
Charles T
Senate Business and Rules
Cedar River
Gladwin
Conservation Department
Norman Brown
H. A. Storrs
Phorie
Glare
Cities Service
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