Strip Cropping as First Step in Soil Conservation
Strip cropping helps hold soil in place but cannot restore fertility. Experts urge comprehensive land care including terracing contouring strip cropping and stubble mulching with crop rotation cover crops and proper fertilizers. Contact soil conservation district officers for expert guidance.
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Number of U S Farms at Lows Since 1890s
The U S Department of Agriculture reports fewer than 5.4 million farms in the United States last year, the lowest total since before 1900. From 1945 to last year, farm numbers fell by about 1.4 million while land in farms and overall agricultural production rose.
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Sliding Door Use in Poultry Houses Saves Steps
Poultry raisers can save many a step with a sliding door operable from outside. A rope attached to the door via a screw eye runs to the ceiling, along the wall, through the chicken house side, and ends in a ring. A hook on the building side holds the door open.
Farm Exports Rise 14 Percent in 1950 51
The agriculture department reported farm exports increased 14 percent from the prior year, totaling 3.409 billion dollars. Cotton led with 935.332 million, the second highest in 26 years, while wheat and flour ranked second at 747.57 million, up nine percent from the previous year.
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Daytime Dress Pattern Simplifies Sewing for Beginners
A neat daytime dress pattern offers few pieces and a clearly illustrated sew chart to guide beginners. The front buttoning design promises an easy project and a pleasing wearable result.
Corn and Pie Notes From Frozen Storage Tips
Tough corn should be avoided as dry husks yield tough flavorless kernels. Frozen pies can use standard fruit pie recipes. Corn sticks can be made with fresh corn as a hot bread for summer salads. Nutritive values in vegetables support daily serving. Unbaked biscuits stay good in frozen storage about a month.
Formal Dance Antics and Flirtatious Banter
A collection of light vignettes from a high school social scene includes a sophomore stepping on a girl’s skin at a formal dance and remarking about pinning an angel to the earth. Other exchanges feature a blunt insult from Mother Nature and witty lines about champagne and looks.
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