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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1952
Page
4
Large stock of genuine IHC parts and tractors offered with many implements including McCormick AWG tractor, Farmall A M and Super A models, 10 ft tandem discs, cultivator drill, stump jump plows, tractor mowers, hay rake, mouldboard plows, engines and harrows. Also multiple Diamond harrows, Defender coolers and other gear. Enquiries invited.
A Department of Agriculture report notes subterranean clover seed harvest in the Wagga district last year reached 16 tons, with about 65 tons of certified seed also gathered locally. Fires reduced the overall yield, and seed value is estimated around £75, supporting pasture improvement and soil fertility. Processing involves local firms and 150 roller machines in the district.
Principal Veterinary Officer Mr M Watts warns pig raisers across New South Wales that pneumonia is common in all districts and year round but risk rises in cold weather. He cites 70 percent mortality at abattoirs and bacon factories and notes healthy pigs can carry mild infections. Unfavorable conditions such as damp low-lying pigsties, inadequate shelter, poor diet, and prolonged draughty transport promote rapid disease spread. Infected pigs should be isolated, advanced cases destroyed and burned, cleanable but non-burnable pens disinfected, yards culled, and the outbreak reported under the Stock Diseases Act. A free treatment leaflet is available from the Department of Agriculture, Box 36, GPO, Sydney.
The report highlights potential bread shortages across many European nations as wheat supplies tighten. It cites major exporters the United States, Canada, Argentina, and Australia, with export trends showing declines and rising concerns about global wheat availability and price pressures.
Vanderfield and Reid LTD advertises Consultax for easy built homes at reasonable cost. Delivered to you lot within three weeks of receipt of order. Addressed to King Forbes and Parkes 328.
Britain’s large scale horticulturists use buried electrically charged wires to warm soil for tomatoes and other crops. Currents 5 to 10 watts per square foot modulated by a thermostat heat frames under glass like hot beds, aiding lettuce and carrot production and enabling earlier germination and cuttings by placing stems on sand over wire heat.
The Department of Agriculture reports lime production in New South Wales is at full scale plant status with investigations into a large scale fully mechanised unit. Cooperation could not commence three years after orders were fulfilled.
The July report by Die tec Agronomist H A W Woodward Parkes details widespread dull weather and severe fronts across the Central West with flooding in Forbes Lachlan Valley and heavy crop and stock losses. Wheat sowing was hindered by rains. early and mid-season crops are in good condition while late sown are backward. Fodder reserves are stretched but grazing is improving. more grain silos are rising. Pastures slowed by cold, vegetables largely lost in Forbes. outlook improves by spring with stock water excellent and rabbit issues controlled.
Forbes Agenta yarded about 320 pigs at the fortnightly market. Flood conditions reduced turnout by about 20. Buyers from Sydney Newcastle and Orange attended but limited numbers kept activity softer. Heavy and medium weights declined slightly while porkers sold firmer than last sale. Store pigs held firm with quoted ranges for hogs and baconers.
The Department of Agriculture reports a persistent shortage of superphosphate in New South Wales. Farmers ordered about 220000 tons this year but likely will receive only around 160000 tons due to limited production capacity. Manufacturers are expanding output, yet a deficit of about 60000 tons is expected next season, with no near-term bridging.
Markets at Flemington thursday saw sheep firmer to a shade dearer with prime lambs holding. Cattle showed little change except prime lightweight steers about a shade higher as 2348 yards of cattle traded. Vealers were few but prime classes remained relatively scarce amid easing steer values and prospects for a steady to dearer trend.
Enquiries on stock health reveal a poor stock body condition across pastures described as pulpy and weak. Fence deterioration and water access are cited as risks, while experts warn of potential winter drinking and disease. food supply remains the top immediate concern for overall health.
Notice declares trespass prohibitions for hunting shooting or leaping on Bernardo or Prairie Villa properties with all previous permissions cancelled by BH O Newell and calls for prosecution of violators.
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