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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1917
Page
4
Hayts ich In Protein, Palatabin and High Feeding Value. Red clover is the most important leguminous forage crop. The article notes its importance in veterinary sections and its adaptation to deep soils across central states.
Experiments show removing the iay rrey does not destroy clastic green manure value. One per cent of fertilizer remains usable, and is plowed under when well drained, with red clover and other grasses used as green manure on clay soils. The article discusses timing, application, and benefits for various forage crops, including clover, timothy, and grasses, and notes practical farming methods and risks in harvest and weather conditions.
The Kansas State Agricultural College poultry chief urges continued hatching to combat a nationwide laying-hen shortage. He cites egg-price drops, low storage ver A and recommends feeding, housing, and timing strategies. Officials warn of winter supply strain and disease losses, stressing clean poultry houses and proper care.
The fragment discusses horse health and handling including neck and shoulder strain, collar fit, and pasture management. It notes the need for timely readjustment of gear, moving sheep to pasture when scarce, and how feeding periods affect profits. It also mentions hogs, hog feeding, and the impact of timely grazing on earnings.
Reports from Steuben county describe a notable corn breeding effort led by local growers. Observations focus on an improved yellow- dent corn variety offering earlier maturity and higher yields, with demonstrations planned across several plots to compare shedding power and kernel quality.
A fragmentary account describes weeds as a threat to military sustainment. It mentions Weed control affecting plant food and water access for POWs and allied forces, and hints at wartime resource strain and strategic plant management.
Cracked perches harbor weak joints and provide little shelter. Feed fowls liberally with a variety of whole grain foods. Dry feeding suits baby chicks best. Bran offers cheap mash. Feed chicks sparingly in the first ten days. Always provide water from the start. Baby chicks quickly learn to scratch. Water and dry feed are essential for healthy growth.
Agricultural note outlines timing for calyx and general sprays to control codling moth. Emphasizes calyx spray with lime sulfur and later broad spray to reduce worm and curculio damage. Mentions Indiana field results, costs, and the need for farmer cooperation and extension guidance from Purdue University.
Grain markets show sharp swings with wheat and corn futures mixed as traders weigh crop prospects and weather. Reports from Chicago Minneapolis and Winnipeg indicate volatile prices, with September wheat and corn futures moving on weather and demand cues.
Chicago hog prices fell after a strong start with heavy selling and mixed packing , receipts total 202,900 for the week. Next week’s estimates project hogs around 42,000, cattle about 30,000, and sheep under 14,000 as traders watch weekly price trends and futures.
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