Potatoes and Tasmanian yield plans discussed at growers meet
At a growers meeting in Exeter Mr Confer warned local producers to seek Tasmanian supply options to stabilize year round prices. He cited high January February costs, seasonal surpluses, and imports from Tasmania and Italy. He noted potential gains from aligning with Sydney markets and following agricultural department recommendations.
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Thefore Downs
Exeter
Ted
Yale Oatead
New South Wales
Italy
Wales
Jonton
Department of Agriculture
STUD BOARS ON TERMS FOR PIG FARMERS
The Minister for Agriculture announces a scheme to assist pig farmers to acquire pure bred boars. Advances up to five pounds per boar may be made under conditions, with repayment over two years at four percent interest. Up to two boars per applicant, for Tamworth Berkshire Large White and Middle White breeds, ages four to twelve months, registered in the state or federal territory. Applications to the Rural Industries Branch, Box 2106e, G.I.Q. Sydney.
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Hugh Main
Advamens
Howe
Assintifuce
Rowe
Department of Agriculture
Ce Dairy Om Bacon Factory
Rural Industries
Department
Rural Industries Branch
G.I.Q
Sydney
White Ants Treatment For Timber Infestation Details
The pamphlet describes a wood pest treatment using creosote oil or phenolic solutions to kill termites. It covers locating nests, soaking timber with oil, pouring creosote into surrounding soil, and sealing tunnels after treatment. Cautions include toxicity and safety in use.
Australian Fertilizers announces price cuts and booklet
Australian Fertilizers Limited directs attention to a new pasture improvement booklet. Coinciding with its issue, the firm announces price reductions on various fertilizers due to savings in raw materials. The policy passes savings to customers as lower prices.
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Australian Fertilizers, Ltd
Five Year Plan Mention Triggers Bedroom Furniture Joke
A teacher asks about the Five Year Plan in a Russia lesson. A pupil jokes that his family financed furniture purchases on a loan, quipping about the plan. The exchange highlights a student’s humorous take on Soviet economic policy.
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Russia
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E.R.G
Aekins, Va
Schute Bell
IC ‘Viev
A. H- Helyar
Arik
C. E. Cox
Blue Cafe
Bradley Street
Guyra
Thomas’s
Heagney
Claude Heagney
Soldiers’ Memorial Hall
E. H. Rudd & CO
Inter
Eater
Hue
Pastures Shirleys
Australian Fertilizers Ltd
Macquarie Place
Mey
Australian Fertilizers, Limited
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