05 Aug 1957
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Newspaper
Kingsport Times
Location
Kingsport, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1957
Page
1
Dwindling hog supplies push prices up for a fifth straight week while long dry weather reduces yields in eastern Tennessee. The report notes higher broiler prices in the South and West, with hog market shifts, and discusses mulch tillage, soil conservation, and tobacco prices as part of broader agricultural pricing trends in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and surrounding states.
In Blacksburg Virginia a soil conservation report notes mulch tillage is established in the Great Plains but lagging in humid regions due to rainfall and disease pressures. The Crop Report from the State Department of Agriculture reports varied conditions across counties, with some areas showing good hay and pasture yields while others suffer from drought, late tobacco, corn needs rain, and weed and nematode issues. Local showers helped but most areas need more rain, and overall prospects range from fair to below average depending on county.
Virginia farmers explore a new hay keeper design developed by Virginia Tech Associate Agricultural Engineer Sam Delt. The device uses poles and a snow fence, inward-sloping walls, a bottom cone, movable partitions, and guards. Forced air ventilation preserves nutrients and reduces weather dependence, with a 55 ton capacity and 30 foot height. County agents and the Agricultural Engineering Department at VEE offer more information.
The article outlines Farm Safety Week July 21 27 1957 with emphasis on reducing farm accidents. It credits 4-H members, families, and communities for targeting human factors such as hurry lack of knowledge and procrastination. It argues safety makes sense and lists four campaign benefits including fewer deaths and injuries.
On Friday in Atlanta the farmers market showed fair to slow trading for most items. Beans priced well with brap and pole varieties selling solidly while tomato prices strengthened under light offerings. A few Georgia cantaloupes, mostly ordinary to fair quality, sold in bulk at 2 dollars.
The Union Terminal in Washington DC, a new rail hub, services seven railroads. The project cost 217 million dollars and was described as a major transportation milestone for the capital.
Washington reports from the Agriculture Department show a two percent rise in farmers purchasing power for the 60 day period ending July 18. Prices received averaged 247 percent of the 1910-14 base, up from 244 and 243 percent in prior months, while parity stood at 84. Higher prices for livestock dairy and poultry supported the gain though fruit feed grains and eggs fell. The July index marked the highest level since August 1954.
Blacksburg Virginia reports Virginia Polytechnic Institute dairy specialists tested plastic covers on trench silos to curb spoilage. Measurements show plastic covers reduced spoilage to 18 from 31 pounds per 9 by 20 foot area, with other covers yielding higher losses.
Hawkins County Farm Bureau plans a social event at Rogersville High School featuring a program of contests and club talent. The evening includes games, silage demonstrations, and commentary on plastic and roofing materials amid warm, dusty conditions.
Washington reports scientists from the Agriculture Research Service have developed a harmless strain of the blackhead parasite to study its effects on turkeys and chickens. The work targets preventing blackhead disease by stopping parasite maturation in poultry and reducing carcass downgrading.
A Tennessee farmer in Tipton County faced a sudden three inch rain in an hour. He checked his 218 acre farm to confirm his land and livestock remained intact despite the upheaval. The piece notes efforts with tools and watershed planning as beneficial long term.
Agricultural experts in Blacksburg urge Southwest Virginia farmers to increase sheep production citing high returns per labor hour. Declining national sheep numbers raise concern for future supply, while lamb and wool present strong prospects amid conservation planning discussions. The piece also previews the 1987 4-H roundup at the University of Tennessee with delegates from across the state competing in demonstrations and scholarships.
Sullivan County Front Bureau president Freeman and divertor H W Copenhaver attended the annual Farm Bureau Presidents Conference in Cobia Tennessee last week. County leaders met with state officers at the Mid Tennessee 4 H Club Camp to discuss programs and problems, with Kennel Ungwalsan explaining the county neighbor discussion plan to develop Farm Bureau policies. The conference ran Tuesday through Friday featuring talks by Ings Watson and others. The Bottomless Lakes in New Mexico were named by cowboys unable to touch bottom with weighted lariats, though modern techniques deem lakebeds 40 to 600 feet deep.
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