Iree Plant Poa Pyatensis Among Grasses of Great Value
The article extols Poa pyatensis as a famous United States grass known by names like Green Meadow Grass and June Grass. It grows up to about 30 inches, with narrow leaves and creeping perennials. It flourishes in limestone soils, forms compact sod after several years, and is valued for long lasting pastures more than hay meadows. It adapts to dry and wet soils, and Kentucky farmers pride themselves on lush blue grass pastures that can feed livestock through seasons.
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United States
Kentucky
Tile Drains and Alfalfa Risks on Drain Tiles
A farmer asks about growing alfalfa on tile drained land noting roots may occlude tiles. He reports working tiles on a five year old field with 343 to 80 rods per acre, finds water flow intermittent after wet spells, and worries about root ingress but plans to plant eight acres with about 400 rods of tile beneath.
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Ghia
Planting Corn in Warm Soil
Kendall county Illinois correspondent of the Farmers' Review notes seed quality is crucial for corn. He prefers to buy seed after January 1 but may save his own seed for a few years. Good seed remains good. once improved it cannot be easily changed. The piece mentions sandy loam soil and thorough preparation.
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Kendall County
Ill
Farmers’ Review
Caometimes
Report on Chicago meat packing plants uncovers dire sanitation
A government investigation spends two and a half weeks in Chicago and New York examining packing houses and stockyards. It details soaked filthy floors, unwashed hands, rotten rooms, and meat moved over dirty floors, with sausages and other products processed under unsanitary conditions and misused by workers. The report faults current inspections and calls for federal action to protect workers and consumers.
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Chicago
Clover as Horse Feed Objection Over Availability
A historical note on clover as horse feed cites its frequent lack of supply and timing issues, delaying use as a reliable feed source for horses.
Hay Feed for Horses from Clover and Timothy
The article explains that hay should be properly housed and fed as horse feed, noting clover has more substance than timothy but must be given in limited quantities. It contrasts stomach capacity with other farm animals and advises careful feeding of both clover and concentrates to suit different horse work and sizes.
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Timothy
Feed Changes For Cows Warn Of Odor From Milk
Prof W J Fraser of the University of Hilinola warns against sudden changes to cow feed especially in spring. Begin with small amounts of green feed and gradually replace dry feed to avoid dairy odors and digestive upset. Turnips and cabbage can also cause odor issues during feeding transitions.
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W. J. Fraser
University of Hilinola
Cow odor through seeds linked to milking routine
A farm note states that seeds cause a temporary distinctive smell in cows, but no lasting odor appears before the next milking time. The remark clarifies odor timing and dairy handling.
Improved pig trough design keeps slop separate
A simple feeder arrangement shows a trough with boards nailed firmly to form individual eating spaces. Pigs eat in their own slots, making cleaning easier and preventing pigs from reaching the slop. The trough slips under a partition for convenient pouring from the feeder side.
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Ping
Safe method to administer horse medicine in a bottle
The article explains giving four quarts of liquid medicine to a horse using a long necked heavy bottle. The horse’s head is held high and the bottle’s neck placed behind the back teeth to induce swallowing with minimal trouble.
Toning Up Hay
A fragment notes attempts to improve hay color with insider tips and Ted-top methods. The writer claims these approaches add color to many goods and suggests partial solutions to achieve better appearance.
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