Twin Ports shipping declines as market softens demand falls
Twin Ports Superior Duluth seaway shipping shows a 20.5 percent drop from last year with 756 vessels since April through October. Grain and iron ore shipments fall. overseas grain and oilseed total about 1.4 million tons versus 2.8 million a year ago. Alan Johnson of the Port Authority cites weak international demand and notes the Welland Canal closure had little effect on the Twin Ports. Most grain moves originate in central Minnesota and Red River Valley. Wisconsin grain ships via Mississippi to Milwaukee.
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Hay Price Trends At Wisconsin Hay Auctions In 1985-86
Wisconsin farmers saw rising hay prices despite a midseason drought with nine autumn auctions averaging 97.87 per ton. Full-bloom alfalfa averaged 77.09 and early-bloom 121.05, while prime hay was absent as farmers hoarded stock. Declines in feed value and earlier marketing may explain the lift, with many auctions doubling since 1983-84 and 100 events planned through 1985-86.
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Budget for alfalfa fertilizer and soil testing
The 1986 farm budget should include funds for topdressing alfalfa with 100 plus pounds of potassium. Use soil tests to tailor phosphorus, potash, lime, boron, and sulfur. For corn plan one pound nitrogen per bushel. Credit manure and legume plow-down. Soil tests from the past three years indicate soil needs and save money by buying only needed nutrients.
Keep animals safe from antifreeze dangers
Lloyd Schwarzing of Growmark Inc warns that ethylene glycol in antifreeze is a deadly poison for pets and can harm humans and farm animals. It tastes sweet, so dogs and cats may drink it. even small amounts can cause kidney failure and death. Store antifreeze securely to prevent exposure and poisonings.
Iowa State study finds flat fan spray nozzles best for residue coverage
Iowa State University weed scientist Brent Neuberger reports flat fan nozzle tips outperform twinjet and floodjet in coverage on fields with high and low residues. He attributes this to more spray droplets per area and droplets large enough to keep velocity and penetrate crop residues.
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Protect Yourself From Con Artists In Tight Economies
Farmers facing scarce funds are warned about cons selling miracle soil additives cheap pesticides and loan brokering services. Tips urge buying from trusted local firms verifying claims seeking unbiased sources and using written promises plus Wisconsin Consumer Protection helpline 1-800-362-3020 to check for complaints and file copies.
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Sundays With Uncle Will and Grace in a Victorian Italianate Home
A memoir of childhood Sundays visiting Governor Uncle Will and Grace Upham. The narrator recalls a grand Italianate mansion, a warm library, curios from travels, a sea shell, an Egypt photo with Uncle Will on a camel, and popcorn from a coal furnace. The walks back home end twilight.
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The Farmer's Wife Magazine Cover Sells in Polk County
A January 1925 issue cover of The Farmer's Wife magazine for farm women was bought in Polk County. It was originally mailed to Helan Hansen, Rt. 2, Turtle Lake, Wisconsin.
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