Dairy Research and Aimed Improvements in Milk Production
The article discusses consistent milking staff for cows, gentle speech, and quick clean milking to boost yield. It notes a Maine plant developing a paper milk bottle with Franklin Institute backing, plus a Shropshire lamb care method using bran pea coke feed and periodic drenches to prevent parasites. It also mentions efforts to propagate Daniel Drew’s ancient four thousand year old corn from Plymouth New Hampshire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Maine
H. R. Heyl
Franklin Institute
Dairyman
yAan
Daniel Drew
Plymouth
N. H
Drew
Feeding, Milking Rules and Odor Management for Cows
The article explains the daily milking sequence to prevent stress and ensure steady milk flow. It warns against mixing odors from feed into milk, notes milk should be cooled promptly to avoid odor absorption, and recommends feeding after milking. It describes the impact of silage on milk odor and the rapid transfer of aromas to the udder, and mentions the arrival of a new light yet strong milk bottle design and anticipated expansion of new dairy plants nationwide.
Lamb Troubles in England and Its Farm Impact
Prof W D Kennedy of Iowa College of Agriculture explains the stomach worm in lambs has devastated flocks in recent years. Many herds saw profits wiped out and some farmers sold out. Trouble typically appears in the third grazing year on the same pasture, with the first two years less affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Kennedy
Iowa College of Agriculture
Milking Intervals Suggested For Efficient Dairy
Advice notes cows should be milked at near twelve hour intervals, all at the same time daily to improve profitability. The guidance is attributed to practical discussions on dairy management.
Farmer declines potato deal amid rising prices expectation
The speaker recalls a farmer offered 31 000 bushels of potatoes at a high price who refused hoping for higher returns. The market then declined instead of rising, underscoring the need for prudent judgment in timing sales.
Calf Rearing Adage on Early Feeding and Beef
A livestock saying emphasizes proper early nutrition, warning that starving a calf in the first three months undermines future beef quality. It implies consistent, adequate feeding yields better outcomes for the animal and meat.
Illini Farmers Eye Irrigation To Save Corn Crop
Vice President Fairbanks notes Illinois farmers will soon turn to irrigation to protect the corn crop from drought. He says irrigation is already becoming common in truck farming areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairbanks
Illinois
Lamb disease in lambs researchers discuss cures
A report on sheep breeding shows debate over fledgling pastures and parasite control. Early attention greatly reduces deaths, while some breeders advocate Lysol in water as a cure, giving sixteen lambs per gallon, though safety is questioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
America
Care of brood sows for early breeding readiness
Guidance on raising brood sows from weaning to breeding age. Separate young sows and boars at three months, feed a growing ration with clover and a two thirds middlings one third corn mix, then adjust to more corn as pasture fades. Emphasizes ample space and exercise to prevent puny litters.
St Paul man buys 40000 acres for world’s largest wheat farm
A St Paul Minnesota investor purchases 40000 acres in Presidio county Texas to grow macaroni wheat. He plans modern farming with imported seed huge plows and state of the art machinery. He will provide labor housing schools churches and a company commissary near railroad access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Minnesota
Presidio County
Texas
Russia
Robinson
Cultivation Method Compared In Peach Orchard Demonstration
J H Hale of South Glastobury Connecticut reports an orchard trial comparing mulching with alternate root cultivation. He left clover to lie on the mulched side and cultivated only one side of each tree on the other, noting visible differences in the trees where the two areas meet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Hale
South Glastobury
Conn
Middle West
Hale
Mr. Hale
Right Care of Horses
The article stresses constant grooming for stabled horses due to high work and feeding. It explains skin secretions rise with exercise, making thorough grooming essential for health, coat condition, and preventing skin diseases. It describes brushing technique and warns against overuse of tonics. It also notes a pedal grindstone device using bicycle gearing for foot powered turning.
Molasses as a Superior Horse Diet
Scientific tests show molasses boosts weight, energy, and coat gloss in horses. Diets including molasses cut maintenance costs by about 25 percent and improve work capacity for large teams. German, French, Austrian armies and U S artillery corps report positive results. experts say molasses can fatten, energize, and heal ailing horses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
France
Austria
United States Artillery Corps
Floral Notes and Garden Potting Mixture Tips
The article urges collecting practical clippings with clear names for scrapbooks. It recommends a soil mix of one third sand one third garden soil and one third well rotted manure for potting bulbs. It highlights the Roman hyacinth as a dainty fragrant bloomer and reliable in bloom.
Carrying Cows Boots and Grooming in Winter Routine
A farmer explains a long practiced winter routine of carrying cows alongside horses. He uses a separate comb and brush to groom cattle after they drink in the morning, brushing off night dust once dry. It benefits health and appearance and is financially sound.
Wheat grower costs show average per acre at 7.31 dollars
Returns from 120 Kansas wheat growers indicate an average cost per acre of 7.31 dollars when yield is twenty bushels. The figure covers plowing harrowing seed harvesting threshing hauling land rent and interest on investment. Profit estimate is about 5570 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
The Water Supply on the Farm
Elmina T. Wilson discusses domestic water quality and the risks to wells and springs. She warns against shallow wells near barnyards or cesspools, urges proper well casing, and emphasizes keeping surrounding earth clean and drainage diverted to protect water sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmina T. Wilson
C. EB
Iowa State College
Water Storage and Cistern Construction in Rainfall Areas
Guidance on sizing and building cisterns to store roof rainwater for household use. Describes brick or concrete cisterns, 8 inch walls, partitions for filtration and drinking water, cement mortar, overflow with strainer, cut-offs, and pumping options including gravity and force pumps.
Window garden bloomers for shady spots in winter
The piece lists four plants good for dim window gardens with winter blooms. Primroses offer many varieties and bloom all winter with light care. Fuchsias, calla lilies and begonias also provide continuous color, with fuchsias resting in early winter for spring revival.
Do Not Pair Too Young Animals
The text warns against pairing animals that are too young as it harms both parents and their offspring, emphasizing the need for proper age and maturity in breeding decisions.
State Zoologist Promotes Rep Tile Value for Farmers
Pennsylvania issues a special book on reptile value for farmers. State Zoologist H. A. Surface notes only two poisonous snakes in the state the rattler and the copperhead while other snakes are harmless and eat pests. The guide aims to curb killing harmless garter or milk snakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
H. A. Surface
Feeder cattle traits and corn adaptation experiments
The text describes ideal feeder cattle with firm flesh covering a strong constitution and prominent head features. It also notes that climate changes corn plants, citing an Iowa and Nebraska seedling trial showing Snowflake White stalks from Nebraska seeds shortened and ears lowered compared to Iowa seeds.
Cattle Conformation for Saleable Beef Steer Quality
The guide stresses a neat smooth shoulder blending to the neck, a short thick neck, uniform flesh, and reasonably fine bone. It warns against cows with poor shape such as narrow muzzles, ewe necks, slab sides, or wasp waists when breeding to produce market quality steers.
Change Feed Slowly Warns Missouri Professor
Prof Eckels of Missouri cautions farmers to switch cows from dry feed to grass gradually, especially with high milk flow. Young immature grass or wash grass contains excess water, so continue dry feed and reduce it gradually for two weeks after turning cows to pasture. Cows fed grain while on pasture yield more milk than pasture alone.
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Prof
Eckels
Missouri
Seed origin affects Nebraska corn yields and leaf area
Nebraska trials show home grown seed yields outperform external varieties. Acclimated Nebraska corn had higher ear to stalk proportion. Iowa seed yielded heavier stalks and ears but lower overall grain yield. Of 22 varieties tested, 13 Nebraska grown and outside-state seeds fared worse, underscoring the value of local seed adaptation. A. L. Lyer, Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Nebraska
Illinois
Indiana
Ohio
A. L. Lyer
Angora Goat Grazing Debate Prompts Brush vs Weed News
Readers weigh the idea that Angora goats will thrive on brush and weeds. some argue they will not. The brief notes current opinions and raises questions about land management and grazing effectiveness.
Grain feeding guidance for dairy cows on pasture
The text advises that when yield is the priority, grain should be fed. A small amount of corn is harmless with a small grain ration, but with large grain amounts bran, gluten meal, oats, or cottonseed meal are preferred. Feeding grain on pasture is not economical despite potential milk yield gains.
Record Herd Breeding by Breeding Value of Animal
A herd book is kept to track breeding lines and determine the breeding value of each animal. The process assigns value based on lineage performance and observed traits to guide future matings and improve stock quality.
Farmers Let Cows Out For Exercise In Good Weather
In articles on farm practices the text notes that top farmers allow cows daily outdoor time for exercise and health. Bad weather shortens outings to brief drink breaks before returning to shelter and brushing off snow. Their care correlates with top stock success.
Mohair Production Yields and Market Demand
Farmers harvesting brush and weeds aim for sheeplike efficiency in mohair. Mohair grades average two thirds of the best, with annual yields from three to six pounds for top animals. Mohair prices run 30 to 45 cents per pound as demand remains strong.
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Shropshire
Horse Feeds Dirt and Turf for Healthy Appetite
A horse is advised to eat dirt as needed and a chunk of turf should be added to the feed box occasionally to support its health and digestion.
Modern farming enables rapid one can pea processing
The article notes a farming method where peas are harvested and sent to a cannery. Within two and a half hours from pitchfork to receiving platform the peas are hulled washed sifted blanched canned brined labeled boxed and ready for customers all at ten cents per can and without human handling at any stage of the process.
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