Farm conveniences to be shown at highway garage
A Michigan State College Rural Progress caravan will visit the County Highway Garage on March 27 to display animal husbandry gadgets for beef cattle and swine. Showcased items include a squeeze chute for safe handling, a feed bank, a movable loading chute, a self feeder, a hog waterer, and a pig brooder to cut waste and save labor.
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Animal Husbandry Department
Michigan
State College
Rural Progress
Expansion of Aircraft Engine Production 1940 44 Compared
The expansion of aircraft engine production facilities from July 1940 to June 1944 exceeded air frame factory growth by ten percent indicating the need for increased engine output after Pearl Harbor. Four motor bombers and more multi engine types strained engine production.
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Pearl Harbor
Peach Borer Control Best in Early October
The first two weeks in October are ideal for spreading paradichlorobenzene around peach trees to kill borers, an effective pest management timing.
County Agent's Corner on Egg Cases Shortage
Michigan State College poultry specialist J. M. Moore warns spring brings severe egg case shortages and heavy demand. Farmers should repair or repurpose broken cases to maximize market trips and reduce waste.
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J. M. Moore
Michigan State College
Turkey breeders urged to avoid mixing strains for purity
Poultry expert O E H Shear of Michigan State College warns against mixing turkey strains to intensify heredity. Using toms from different or new sources can ruin strain purity. Poultrymen advise sourcing breeding stock from the same source or switching entirely to a new strain. If testing new strains, start small with toe-punched or wing-banded poults to identify them later.
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O. EH
Michigan State College
Borer Resistant Corn Progress Reported by MSU Expert
Michigan State College crop expert EH Down reports that corn borers remain a challenge though progress is seen. Researchers note moths favor some strains, newly hatched borers survive in some hybrids, and yields vary with infestation. Promising varieties are being tested toward a resistant type.
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Michigan State College
Bacteria in Milk From Milking Utensils, MSU Expert Warns
W. W. Snyder, dairy specialist at Michigan State College, identifies milking utensils such as pails and cans as the chief source of bacteria in milk. He stresses proper cleaning to prevent contamination.
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W. W. Snyder
Michigan State College
Sudan grass and cereals to boost dairy milk in summer
Farmers urged to plant Sudan grass by June first for up to 25 percent more milk in July and August while native pastures fade. If excess pasture, cut for hay. Rye and barley also recommended for fall. Fertilizing urged for best yields as dairy demand stays strong.
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Sudan
America
Soil fertility and fertilizer demand in dairy farming
Farmers urged to replenish soil nutrients to support milk production as minerals and protein must come from soil. Experts warn land has been mined, fertility declining, and phosphate, potash, calcium and other minerals are essential. Fertilizer supply expected to rise, so order early.
Bacteria Control in Milk Processing Equipment
The article stresses clean sanitary equipment as crucial for high quality milk. Rinse all equipment with cool water immediately after milking, wash with hot water dairy cleanser and a brush, then a hot water rinse and thorough sterilization to ensure bacteria-free milk.
DDT Shows Improved Potatoes Yields in Field Trials
Walter F. Morofsky of Michigan State College reported spray plot tests in nine Upper Peninsula counties. DDT used on potatoes with standard fungicides and two fixed coppers plus Bordeaux materials increased yields and improved potato leaf hopper control.
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Walter F. Morofsky
Michigan State College
Upper Peninsula
Turkey breeders overstocked with hens in 1946 report
Michigan cooperative crop outlook shows 31 percent more breeding hens this year than last. January 1 turkey hens totaled about 100 000, up 31 percent. total turkeys on hand reached 190 000, up 240 percent from a year earlier. Regional increases vary, with East North Central up 45 percent and key states California Texas Minnesota Oregon Missouri leading breeder counts.
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Michigan Co-operative Crop Reporting Service
Michigan
East North Central States
Turkey
North Atlantic
South Atlantic
Western
West North Central
California
Texas
Minnesota
Oregon
Missouri
January Egg Output Surges in Michigan Reports
The January report shows egg production at 135 million, 5 percent above 1945 and behind only 1944. Prices for egg mash rise 5 percent and whole grains 8 percent, while Hers prices fall 10 percent from last year, narrowing profit prospects by about 17 percent. The piece urges farmers to record costs and monitor production to improve market health. It also cites a call to action urging self-reliance, referencing Ben Franklin and a 1928 campaign line about looking at the record.
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Michigan
Ian
Ben Franklin
A. Smith
Bay barley described as six rowed smooth and productive
R B Decker of Michigan State College describes the Bay barley variety as six rowed and smooth, yielding as well as Wisconsin No 38 but with heads that stay upright. Maltsters tests show Bay matches Wisconsin No 38 for malting quality.
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R. BE. Decker
Farm Crops
Michigan State College
Tjt
Wisconsin
Temple Residents Visit Saginaw General Hospital Patient
Temple residents Mr. and Mrs. Legge and Mr. and Mrs. Austin of Pure Off Camp traveled to Saginaw Sunday to visit Gi Jauchius at Saginaw General Hospital where his condition showed significant improvement. Nearby, Mr. and Mrs. Harney and Betty and Shirley visited Ralph Gibson in Roscommon and attended a Pines at Houghton Lake show.
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Legge
Sweet Fruit Persiramong Describes Use in Puddings and Cakes
A brief note praises Sweet Fruit Persiramong as one of the country s sweetest crops second only to the date in sugar content. It highlights uses in puddings cakes and sweet spreads.
Rural and local visits highlight weekend notices
Rural Beaverton resident Lloyd Brubaker spent the weekend with cousin Ronald. Mrs Delbert Sanders and sister Genevieve Fancon returned from visits in Lansing Schoolcraft Michigan and Bengaleer Indiana. Harold Rockey left for Hast Lansing for an eight week college course. Mr and Mrs Harley Coats and children visited Farwell relatives. Glen Newman and children visited the Glen Poet home. J C Newman and family joined Mrs Ida Goodman for Sunday dinner with Ted Newman and Rev Chas Kleinhardt. The dinner honored the birthdays of Mrs Ted Newman and Mrs Kleinhardt.
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J. C. Newman
Ida Goodman
Ted Newman
Chas. Kleinhardt
Kleinhardt
Surprise party honors Mrs Hileman after snow week
Neighbors and relatives arranged a surprise party for Mrs. Wm. Hileman Saturday night. A pleasant evening followed with birthday remembrances and a pot luck lunch. Jerry Giers has returned home from two years overseas in the Army. School resumes normal after last week’s heavy snow. Carmen Newman family visited. Albert Heintzelman left for Fort Sheridan for discharge. O. M Somers family visited relatives Saturday. Pure Oil Co. well in Hatton Section 7 nears downward operation after tool change.
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Wm. Hileman
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