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Forbes Advocate

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Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Feb 27, 1929

Page

3

Mission of Dr Nichols to study Empire wool production

Dr Nichols of the British Research Association for the Woollen and Worsted Industry visits Australian states to compare wool production systems. After touring South Australia Victoria and Tasmania he will survey New South Wales Queensland and Western Australia. The Empire Marketing Board funds the mission to foster Empire trade relations.

J. E. Nichols British Research Association Empire Marketing Board Dominions South Australia Victoria Tasmania New Zealand N.S. Wales Queensland Western Australia Nichols Nichola Commonwealth Council For Science and Industrial Research Syndney Gragers’ Association SS. Wales Britain England Australia Nichole Waite Institute Glenfield Research Station

Diplomacy Improving Dairy Herds

An Australian story recalls how Minister Sydney Smith sought 10000 pounds to buy pedigree cattle for dairy herd improvement. Treasurer George Reid balked until a reproductive farming plan emerged. The initial 500 pounds bought an Ayrshire bull from New Zealand, aiming to boost dairy yield.

Sydney Smith PMG George Reid George Sydney Mr Smith New Zealand

Dr Nichols to link empire wool research for efficiency

Dr Nichols aims to collect and collate valuable wool information to unite Australian growers and British textile makers. The speech urges stronger empire cooperation among scientists, growers, and manufacturers to reduce waste, cut costs, and improve productivity across the wool industry.

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Introduction of pedigree cattle spawns state herd improvement

A traveler to the Minister's office argues for pedigree cattle to boost herds, milk, butter, land settlement, pastures, and treasury revenue. The Auditor-General allows spending, marking the start of significant state dairy improvements, though the dairying industry nearly faced blockage. The piece notes Syd Smith's lasting interest in Penrith Speedway.

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