Agricultural and Pastoral Notes Weekly Briefing
Agricultural and Pastoral Notes issued every week under the Minister of Agriculture. The notes reflect the ministerial supervision and largely draw on the experience of the department.
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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1924
Page
2
Pastoral notes on fat lambing in wheat belt discuss ewe care
The address by Mr. J. Cimtworthy at the Agricultural Bureau conference in Parkes outlines practices for fat lamb production. It covers selection of ewes, breeding during landing season, field handling, loading, and transport to markets, with emphasis on minimizing losses and maximizing returns through careful management and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Cimtworthy
Agricultural Bureau
Parkes
Uinlworthy
Lunby
Uno
Brent
Cleo
Huwevus
Louisel
Resulia
Poultry Hatchery Sanitation and Temperature Guidelines
Practical guidance for poultry hatcheries covers sanitary facilities and routine testing of equipment, temperatures, and humidity. It stresses regular thermometer checks, correct water temperatures, staged warming, ventilation control, and careful handling of eggs and chicks to prevent disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deerie
Essential Features of the Ideal Fallow in Agriculture
The text explains fallow aims to conserve moisture and regulate soil chemistry. It notes capillary movement and evaporation control via mulches, and that subsoil compaction and proper mulch depth of about two inches support moisture circulation. Deep tillage with suitable implements is often valued to maintain effective mulching.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ct IB
Beneft
Wey
Clean Cows and Udder Hygiene for Milk Purity
A Journal of Agriculture notice emphasizes thorough udder and teats cleaning to prevent contamination. It warns that hairs, dust, and dirt from hindquarters can fall into milking pails and urges washing with clean water, drying, and careful stripping to keep milk free from brownish particles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ministry of Agriculture
Wanda
Wet Versus Dry Milking Discussed By Journal Authors
A journal discussing wet versus dry milking notes criticism of dry heads by J Mackintosh from the National Institute for Research in Drying. The piece argues that systematic udder and teat care with wet milking eases handling, reduces soreness, and that extreme cases require separating milk not fit for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jasne
Ministry of Agriculture
J. Mackintosh
Adoption of Dry Milking Improves Texture and Comfort
The text notes that adopting dry milking with rigorous cleaning yields a softer yet tougher texture, reduces soreness, and makes the entire process easier and more pleasant.
Inheritance of Milk Production at World Dairy Congress
Dr John W Gowen argues performance records best predict dairy cattle output. He notes dam milk yield forecasts daughter yield, with dam 12000 lb leading to 10010 lb daughters and dam 20000 lb yielding 24270 lb daughters. Butter percentage shows similar relation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Gowen
Hiologiat
Lines of Which to Build for Cooperative Growth
The Agricultural Bureau organizer at the Markes conference urged small producers to unite with fellow farmers to widen influence and secure better returns. He described cooperative aims, management structure, capital sharing, local versus wider scope, and the need for commodity based organization with expert marketing and governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Bureau
Western District
Markes
Jocala
Fori
Teadership
Jenet
Wis
Methods to eradicate clover from a buffalo grass lawn
A historic notice describes using sulphate of ammonia in four ounces per gallon of water applied monthly in spring to kill clover patches in buffalo grass. It notes a slight browning first, then effect. The text warns against ultragenous and potash manures and mentions a NY paper quote about money being the root of all evils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.Y
A By Election in Sydney and NSW Tariff Debate
A Sydney by election scene unfolds at the New Masonic Hall with a crowded 1500-strong audience. Mr. Russell and the narrator report heated exchanges over tariff policy, party loyalty, and reform amid a noisy electioneering atmosphere in New South Wales. The narrative frames the clash between free traders and protectionists and notes Sir Henry Parkes’ shifting stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Smith
New South Wales
Russell
Henry Parkes
George Dibbs
Labour
Russet
Lfe
Jovel
Mr. Russell
Cambridge
Australia
Weis
Auch
Cirtumsiandes
Puley
South Wales
Free-Trade Party
G. H. Reid
Majoritie
Federa
George
Bill
Charlie
Gorblimey
Twig
Free-Trade Party of
What Do Doctors Think of Tea
A physician argues tea increases vitality and aids disease resistance. Tea improves mood, clarity, and stamina when pure, well made. Bushells Blue Label is promoted as pure and dust free, sourced from Ceylon, with grocers urged to stock it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saleeby
F.rs
Edin
Ceylon
Fragmentary political chatter and stray phrases
A garbled passage discusses Labour prospects in elections and mentions Brisbane and Chesterton. The text then wanders through disjointed phrases about banks and a French duel being postponed, with unclear connections and missing context.
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Sydney
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Theo
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Brisbane
G. K. Chesterton
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