Iowa farm notes and county fair plans
A mixed statewide report outlines the Winne county fair activities, campaign fund totals for a new YMCA building in Magon City, and various agricultural updates. It notes grain and potato prospects in Page county, limestone trials for sweet clover near Coin, and historical sketches of early Iowa settlers, rail safety statistics, and state economic outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winneehick County Agricultal Society
MT Eee Ite
Pharmacy Board
St Cour
Prac
Magon City
At.Carroll
John. Fletcher College
Hubbard Squash
J. Ho
Grinnell College
Wikaifpl
Calley
Iowa
State Printing Board
Jensen Creamery
Coon Rapits
William Cutter
Coin
Page County
Cutter
Prairies
George F. Robeson
State Historical Society of
Toware
Repairing Damage From Storms to Shade Trees
The U S Department of Agriculture outlines steps to repair storm damaged shade trees. Remove large broken limbs, treat trunk wounds, smooth scars, and cover final cuts with waterproof paint. Prune severely damaged branches, avoid filling cavities, and consult Farmers Bulletin 1178 for full details. Prevention is cheaper than later surgery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department Agricultura
United Sates Department of Agriiltre
Department
Ufe
Farmers
Pub- Heatinna
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D.C
Sweet Clover as Pasture Crop for Value and Limitations
Sweet clover proves easy to grow on poor land and drought tolerant, offering high protein forage and nonbloating, with year round pasture. It improves soil and starts early in year two, but can reduce grain nurse crop yield and create coarser hay. best in first year with early cutting for quality. Some farmers note substantial pasture value and reduced hay demand through autumn and fall harvest periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asher
Wasteful Burning Of Crops Harms Humus And Prosperity
The text argues against burning cornstalks and straw, saying it wastes humus and hurts long term farming. It stresses using plant residues as fertilizer, maintaining soil moisture, and preventing erosion to sustain productivity. favoring practical soil management over wasteful burning.
Reducing Heavy Apple Loss by Wrapping
United States Department of Agriculture reports that apple scald, a major storage disease, can be controlled by methods in Farmers Bulletin No. 1380. Maturity, soil moisture, temperature, delayed storage, aeration, oil wrapped wrappers, and wax applications influence scald. Oiled wrappers most effective. low temperature and rapid cooling crucial. Copy of bulletin available while supply lasts from USDA, Washington DC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
United State Department of Agricultura
Farmers
United States Department of Agriculture
Washington, D
Causes of Butterfat Loss in Farm Separators
A. Ivernon of the dairy department at Town State College explains losses arise from low separator speed cold milk dirty bowls worn bearings and mechanical defects. He urges running at or above recommended speeds keeping milk at 90 degrees Fahrenheit and washing bowls after use to ensure cream quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Ivernon
Department of Dairying
Town State College
Plan for Seeding Timothy Red Clover and Redtop Mixture
A practical seed mix per acre includes eight pounds timothy seven pounds red clover and five pounds redtop. The mix can be seeded with oats if equipment seeds grain and grass together. Avoid more than two bushels per acre of oats and limit oats. lighter seeding yields better grass. Consider adding two pounds alsike clover if red clover may not perform well on the land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graas
H. J. Gueber
West Virginia College of Agriculture
Agricultural notes on hay quality and garden crops in resource-limited farming
The fragment discusses Sudan grain hay protein levels and suitability for dairy herds, miswritten notes on formalin treatment, benefits of home gardening, and various crops and pests. It mentions one third of U.S. grain area in six leading exporters, and orchard grass as a shade-tolerant pasture crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sudan
Tractors Prove Useful on Winter Wheat Farms
United States Department of Agriculture study notes tractors extend work time and cut hired labor costs in the winter wheat belt. Horses remain dominant for haying, cultivation, and grain handling, while tractors perform most drawbar tasks and harvesting. Depreciation and running expenses cited, with cost variation by farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Wheat
Department
Sama
Oklahoma
Kansas
Nebraska
H. R. Tolley
W. R. Aumphries
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Methods Given for Killing Johnson Grass
Johnson grass eradication can use two methods. In light infestations plow and hand grub spots, then recheck every few days to pull out roots. In heavy infestations plow in fall, let ground rest through winter, and repeat as needed. cover regrowth with wet straw for several years if spread persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Tein
Missourh College of Ageniture
Greater Yields From Smaller Acreage Debate
The piece argues that high returns come from intensive care of fewer acres rather than larger fields. It notes that five times the effort can yield similar bushels on a quarter acre, freeing space for garden use and promoting smart farming.
Marketing Problems Difficult to Solve
United States Department of Agriculture official Lingh Tenny argues marketing issues are unsolved by individuals and that cooperative marketing is essential for farmers. He notes the Cooper-Volstead Act supports farmer organization and cites 1923 cooperative associations handling over 2.2 billion dollars in output nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Lingh 3. Tenny
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Chamber of Commerce of the United States
Cleveland
Tenny
Mr Tenny
Congress
United States
Why Plant Trees Brings Value To Property And Life
Trees protect pavement from heat and provide shade cooling summers while radiating warmth in winter. They offer habitats for birds and animals aiding pest control and sanitation. They supply fuel wood and building materials, support climate, soil and water conservation, and enhance beauty with many useful products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mig Souri State Board of Agriculture
Value of Soy Bean Straw in Horse Feed
Soybean straw, left after threshing, compares favorably with timothy hay in feeding value. Loss is greater than in the Timothy case. Soybean straw contains about three times as much digestible protein as deer ant straw. Both feeds are similar in total digestible nutrients, and horses fed soybean straw appear to do better.
Farm facts and tips for soil and crop care
A garbled farm notes piece discusses cooperative farming, planting methods, and soil management. It mentions alfalfa clover and celery, stresses soil quality for good yields, and warns against neglect leading to tough, stringy crops. It reflects agricultural advice on improving soil, moisture, and cultivation for better development.
Weekly Menu Suggestions From The CHEN BE BESCABINE
The text outlines a weekly meal plan with breakfast, dinner, and supper for each day. It includes recipes for Maple Parfait and Tongue Silica, with step by step prep hints, ingredients, and notes on texture and finishing touches.
Summer Drinks and Sweet Refreshments Guide
A quirky collection of vintage beverage ideas ranges from ginger ale and grape juice twists to iced tea, milk chocolate egg shakes, almond milk shakes, and orange lemon egg blends. Includes old fashioned ginger water and coffee cup preparations with steps and measurements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lund
Leon Jotve
Omed
Paul
Liang Nto
Avix
Tna
Jules
Erin
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Farmers’ Bulletin
Enat
Linus
Wat
Caperhilly
Formlung
Honus
Ain Bay
Cennon
Bali
Tricely
Johnson Grass
Cooperative Huikelingg
Clive
Renta
Fonda Star
Chen
Western
Newasoap
Union
Cato
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