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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1945
Page
4
Describes potato varieties with preferred size and quality and notes early types from draws tend to be small and turnip shaped, while those planted early in summer grow larger with a slender form and robust growth.
The text explains that potatoes grown from vine cuttings set around June yield better shaped, marketable tubers than early planted potatoes from draws. Ground should be prepared in advance, with sufficient rainfall allowing planting of a reasonable acreage, aiming for high quality potatoes rather than maximum yield. It also notes sweet potatoes should prioritize desirability of size and shape over volume, favoring vine cuttings for better results.
Auburn extension agronomist J C Lowery warns that improper limestone application causes sick soils. He notes uneven spreading from shovel and frozen chunks, urging accurate amounts and proper spreaders to prevent long term soil damage and maintain permanent agriculture.
AUBURN ALA There is a revival of the sheep industry in the Black Belt and the Tennessee region. The report notes renewed farmer interest and efforts to expand flocks and grazing programs across central Alabama.
A summary of the G I Bill of Rights provisions for guaranteeing farm loans to World War II veterans is outlined by B W Pearson secretary treasurer of the Houston County National Farm Loan Association. He will publish a seven part series in the Eagle detailing loan steps eligibility terms and guaranty amounts with emphasis on prudent farming capacity and avoiding unmanageable debt.
A three year Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station study from Auburn reports a year round feed and forage system that yields 150 to 200 pounds of beef per acre annually. Off-farm costs are minimal, with outlays of 5 to 6 dollars per acre for phosphates and potash.
U S Forest Service marked its 40th birthday on February 1 with a letter from President Roosevelt to Chief Lyle Watts praising forestry progress. Roosevelt said forestry became known to America, gained allies, earned public cooperation, and proved its value in peace and war for soldiers, farmers, and industry.
Auburn reports farm mortgage debt is at its lowest level in 30 years as USDA economists note repayments reduce outstanding loans. In 1944 land bank and Commissioner loans totaled 105.2 million dollars, with high repayment on prior-year loans, and a uniform four percent rate was set on most land bank loans.
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