Importance of Proper Drain Outlets in Farm Fields
The article stresses careful drain outlet design to avoid obstruction and silting. It favors outfalls above water, frost resistant materials, and concrete protection with sloping aprons. Proper jointing and early final filling are urged to prevent soil wash during heavy rains and maintain uniform grade in drains.
Canadian experience with corn as forage and silage
Canadian Department of Agriculture notes corn for forage or ensilage adapts to most Canadian farming regions. While results vary due to cultural methods and varieties, Flint and Dent types such as Worth Dakota, White Cap Yellow, and Compton’s Early are highlighted. The bulletin argues corn yields substantial forage under diverse soils and climates and enhances other roughage when properly preserved.
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Canada
Flint
Dent
Worth Dakota
Compton
Department of Agriculture
Corn as a feed crop and soil improver on the farm
The article extols corn over roots for feeding value and preservation. It notes corn is cheaper to grow and easier to preserve, aids land cleaning in rotations, and supports higher cattle numbers by improving manure availability. Silage allows cheap, long term storage and ready feed.
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Drain Off Stagnant Water and Clean Filthy Places
Public health notice urges residents to drain standing water and scrub filthy areas to prevent disease spread. Officials emphasize household action and community cleanup to reduce mosquito breeding and sanitation risks.
Wealthy Farmers of United States
An analysis notes that US farmers are the wealthiest capitalists globally. It cites a 1900 census showing farm investment of 20 billion dollars and last year’s production of 7 billion dollars. The figures imply vast monthly and daily incomes.
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Live Stock Notes on Feeding and Grazing Hogs
Farmers learn hogs on farm work should be unshod and fed sparingly to avoid waste. Hogs graze and can fatten on crop leftovers after peanuts or corn, with pasture efficiency depending on corn availability and field crops. Watering dusty bay can ease horse care, but minimal feeding is best if possible.
Save Your Barn Timbers Care Against Rebuilding
A correspondent cites advice from the American Cultivator on extending barn timber life. Proper ventilation around foundations and small air vents prevent rot, especially where washing with water. Use eight inch square plank vents with wire cloth to deter pests and ensure drainage for red beech chestnut or oak timbers.
How many farmers know exact name and variety of the corn they are growing
Question asks for the proportion of farmers who can name both the exact corn variety and its specific cultivar. It seeks data on awareness of corn seed nomenclature among growers.
Device to keep cow from tail during milking
In brief, a simple handmade device using a wire spring and a loop tied to the stall prevents a cow from splattering the milker with mud and germs. It can be assembled in moments with a wire and pinchers, then released after milking for cleanliness and comfort. Also includes two short quotations on marriage and ambition.
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