Science as Extra Hired Man at Davis Fall Field Day
Science becomes the helper on farms, boosting yields and fighting disease. The Fall Agronomy Field Day at Davis invites Alameda County residents to 30 am to 4 pm to see demonstrations of crops like sugary beets, dry beans, and field corn, with speakers from UC Agriculture and Extension.
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Sansilies
Davis
Stll
Alameda County
Stanley Coates
University of California
W. P. Osterh
Extension Agronomist
College of Agriculture
P. F. Knowles
A. Williams
D. Rick
F. L. Smith LG. Does
Bm, Hagan
D.G. Smeltyer
John J. McElroy
State Asparagus Association Reports 1952 Pack Totals
The California Asparagus Growers Association announced the 1952 California pack of canned asparagus at 2,274,615 cases. Albert Defaringa of Stockton, association president, said the season included 43 cases of white asparagus and 998,072 cases of green. The 1952 pack was about 250,000 cases below 1951, with grower returns estimated at 10 million dollars. The Delta area near Stockton is the nation’s major asparagus region.
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Stockton
California Asparagres Growers Associaion
California
Albert Defaringa
Association
Annual Grape Day Set for September Fourth at University Vineyard
The Department of Viticulture will host the Annual Grape Day on Thursday September 4 from 830 a.m. to 400 p.m. at the University Vineyard. Dr Albert J Winker told Face Advisor Lee Benson. Morning demonstrations cover new grape varieties rootstocks for phylloxera and nematodes and growth regulators on seedless types. Afternoon sessions explore timing thinning storage powdery mildew control and seedless variety handling. Luncheon and a speaker follow in the Sunken Garden.
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Department of Viticulture
University
Albert J. Winker
Lee Benson
Farmer Says You Need Only $1000 To Build House
Hugh Batons a farmer in Dorada Ark demonstrates a low cost home method. Over four years he salvaged materials from an old house using bricks from two chimneys for the foundation and reusing flooring and windows to construct a new dwelling for about 1000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Batons
Dorada
Ark
Burns
Poultry Producers Picnic Highlight in Hayward
The Flay ward Pauly Producer's association will hold its annual miner picnic for members and their friends Sunday at Linda y Park in Mission San Jose. Attendees must bring lunch. coffee provided. A. E. Pisher oversees events including a first time swarming competition and dancing by Heisers here Rascals. Tickets available at the association office. past events drew over a thousand members and families.
New Aphid Found in California Walnut Trees
California authorities report the discovery of a reddish aphid, cullaplas juglsndis, in a five mile radius of San Jose, potentially expanding its economic impact on the walnut industry. The pest damages terminal growth, prompting UC and state officials to study control measures. The find marks its first U.S. appearance besides Oregon.
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Sacramento
California
State Department of Agriculture
Department
San Jose
M. Armitage
Hureau of
University of California
United States
Oregon
County Stockmen Set Field Event For September 6
Livermore plans stress selection and management of cattle at the Alameda County stockmen field day set for September 6. Farm Advisor Waller Johnsuit notes the focus on breeding and herd care due to the wide use of cattle in Alameda County. The program is organized by the Livermore Stockmen Protective Association, Moller Meat Co, and county cattlemen with Elwyn Mulqueeney as chair, and other leaders from Livermore.
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Livermore
Alameda
Waller Johnsuit
Bec
Alamedy County
Livermore Stockmen's ‘Protective Association
Moller Meat Company
Enmini
Elwyn Mulqueensy
Chatirman
Bill Ralph
Bill Wageoner
Tliveomare
Milk house walls eased with cement board finish
Wibestos cement board is well suited for walls and ceilings in milk houses because it provides a smooth hard surface that can be cleaned by scrubbing scraping or washing. It emphasizes sanitation and durability for farm buildings.
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Wibestos Cement
Sprayed Cattle Show Weight Gain Over Untreated Cattle
Farm Adviser Walter Johnson of the University of Iowa reports sprayed cattle gain about a half pound per day more than unsprayed cattle. He notes horn flies feed on cattle causing discomfort and slower movement. Spraying three to four times in summer yields best results. when gathering is difficult, increase DDT dosage but avoid milking or slaughter animals within 60 days.
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Walter Johnson
University Ofiortiia
Beet Tops Offer Valuable Livestock Feed Source
Walter Johnson of the University of California Tarim Advisor outlines beet tops as an extremely valuable feed for livestock. The meeting Tuesday afternoon August 26 at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual Education room at Washington Union High School in Centerville will discuss tilixin methods and the harvest approach, inviting all interested to attend.
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Alameda County
Walter Johnson
University of California
Washington Union High School
Centerville
Johnson
New Alfalfa Caliverde Variety Heads Toward Market
Seed supplies of Caliverde, a new alfalfa variety developed to resist bacterial wilt sarnout and mildew, are nearing limited commercial hay planting this fall. University of California Farm Advisor Stanley Coates notes Caliverde mirrors California Common but yields more hay even without disease. A seed booklet is available from the Farm Advisor's Hayward office, P O Box 140.
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Paports Farm
Stanley Coates
University of California
California
Cain
P.O
Hayward
Garage Interior Lining for Strength and Appearance
The interior of a garage can be strengthened and improved by lining the studs with Masonite Panelwood panels. Install by nailing panels to the studs with a small joint gap, leaving the wood’s natural light brown color or applying primer and paint for a finished look.
Curved Streets Break Monotony in New Subdivisions
Curving streets interrupt rigid grid patterns by offset setbacks and varied lines creating a more pleasing street scene. Neighbors note curved layouts reduce monotony and ease common objections to uniform one plan housing developments.
Improvements On Pasture Double Yield
British official at the International Grasslands Congress urged respect for farmers knowledge as pasture improvements promise higher yields of meat milk and livestock products. Williams argued scientists should focus on practical lime and phosphate details rather than talking down to farmers.
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Stair College
Pain
Williams
Sciener
Angus Steer Wins Supreme Laurels At Illinois Fair
At the Centennial Trnch State Fair in Springfield an Aberdeen Angus named Blackhawk earned top steer honors among over 100 breeds. Jamie Pierce, 12, the junior yearling owner from West Woodlawn Farms Creston IL, was away at camp when his steer won. The steer weighed about 1200 pounds and was entered by J Gacrett Farms Pleasant Plains IL for the judging. The reserve champion bull was Bradelicr 2st shown by J Gacrett Farms. West Woodlawn also produced the grand champion female Effiemere fad and Lady Banmere was reserve champion female in the Angus class.
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Springfield
Jamie Pierce
Sop
Angus
Tim and
Fernie Pierce
West Woodlawn Farms
Creston
Illinnis
Wap
Tommy Brook
Hrady
Texas
Jamie
J. Gacrett Farms
Pleasant Plains
Illinois
Prand
Bradelicr
Effiemere Fad
West Woodlawn
Banmere
John J. Tolan
Pluassant Plains
California Poultry Industry Report Highlights Farm Yields
California's Crop and Livestock Service released survey data showing about 5 percent of farmers raising chickens or turkeys, with earnings totaling over 0 million. The report cites 7 percent Leghorns, 13 percent New Hampshire, and 11 percent Australorps. age 5 to 11 weeks comprise 64 percent of flocks and hens over 11 weeks make up 36 percent.
Supervisors Tour Alameda County Exhibits at State Fair
Alameda County supervisors George Janssen and Kent Purge with Col. M Armstrong inspect county displays under construction at the California State Fairgrounds in Sacramento. Hayward exhibitors prepare floricultural displays while the main exhibit is built by Rudolph Theurkewul and associates. Preparations include Aug 30 coronation of Miss Alameda County, with a visiting group from Hayward to attend.
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Bayward
George Janssen
Kent J. Purge
Col. M. Armstrong
Alameda County
Californis State Fair Grounds
Sacra- Taento
All Tree County
Charles Ferry
Tavin Speed
Hayward
iRudolph Theurkwul
Haywvard
Fai Wat
Eugene C. Collins
George Mu
Prantl Barton
Charles Perry Maxwell Moses
A. EB. Reeves Iivin Speed
Stenzel Pickle Co
Paul Rhodes
Castro Valley
Miss Alameda County
Hag]wardites
B. B
Amy
Alamerk
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Purina Research
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Halliam Travis
Palentine
U.S. Army
Mgintosh
Spencer
Virginia
Wade
Sis
Sheila O'Hara
Demon
Western Packaging and Materialy Handling Exposition
Los Angeles
International
Federal Reserve
Angus Steer
Illinois Fair
A. R. Peterson and Sons
Paauriem Oylel
Sun Pronclice
Miley Alert Amurice
Gaiormia Civil Defense
Septarskor
Amerita
Civil Daten
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Niles Electric CO
First St. Niles
John Brahmst
Niles
International Harvester
Pat Yin
Madal
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