Burley Crop Forecast Shrinks for 1964 Tobacco Year
The Agriculture Department predicts a smaller 1964 burley crop and overall tobacco production. Estimated burley at about 109.8 million pounds, well below last year’s 328.6 million. Total tobacco output expected near 2.097 billion pounds, 10 percent under the prior year’s record.
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Washington
Con-Agriquitris
Tennnessee
Department
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Kentucky
Tennessee
Farm News Advises Doubling Alfalfa Land in Tennessee
Knoxville reports alfalfa acreage should double to secure high quality hay for dairy and beef valleys. UT Agricultural Extension specialist Joe D Burns says fall and spring treatments for alfalfa weevil are needed, recommends lime use, soil tests, certified seed, and August seedings with oats. Grazing alfalfa in fall and winter is possible without fall weevil treatment.
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Knoxville
Tennessee
Joe D. Burns
UT Agremurah Extension Service
Burns
University of Tennesse
Atlantic
Buffalo
DuPuits
Narraganset
Williamsburg
Aluminum Belts Repelling Aphids in Field Trials
Beltsville Maryland and Farmingdale New York hosted 1963 tests by Agricultural Research Service and Cornell University using aluminum foil sheets and aluminum sprays to divert aphids from crops. Results show 98 percent reduction in aphids with sheets and similar effect for sprays, though formulations did not last beyond two to three days. Researchers plan further work to develop durable aluminum sprays and compare methods, noting experiments are experimental and not recommended for growers.
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Beltsville
Agricultural Research Service
Cornell University
Farmingdale
N.Y
F. PF. Smith
G.V. Johnson
Atu Ji S. W
Ube
Tennessee 447 Club member chosen for 4-H conference
Samm Williams, 19, son of Mr and Mrs John Williams Obion, is selected as one of eight U S youths to attend the Canadian National 4 H Club Conference in Toronto and Ottawa November 12 18 1904 The delegation will include four girls and four boys marking the seventh annual U S Canada collaboration in youth extension work with officials noting the partnership continues to grow in scope and exchange.
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Knoxville
Tennessee
U. S
Samm Williams
John Williams
Obion
Torono
Ottawa
U.S
Canada
D.C
Tennessee Farmers Corner Hay Drying Aids Forage Quality
Specialists say proper use of drying machines preserves hay quality but does not add nutrients. UT ag experts warn machines speed drying but rely on field exposure and careful timing. The article notes upcoming junior cattle shows, district and state beef hunter events, and credit from state departments and breed associations.
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Assoctaten
Gan Inc
University of 'Urmasse
Darra
Albert J. Swearinge
U-T
Tennessee
Women Suffer Constipation With Bloating And Fats Intolerance
An obscure health note claims women experience constipation plus bloating fullness and intolerance to fats. It promotes a remedy using salts and bile salts tablets said to stimulate laxation and relieve gas and fullness. Medical accuracy is not verified.
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Garand
Farmers May Determine Nuclear Attack Survival
Knoxville report quotes UT Agricultural Extension Service assistant rural defense specialist Jesse Francis urging farmers to shelter during a nuclear attack to limit exposure. He says farm families should delay nonessential work, use evenly distributed exposure, and equip each household with a radiation detection kit including a rate meter and dosimeter, priced from $20. County agents offer free copies of survival and harm preparedness plans.
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Knoxville
Ood
Jesse Francis
UT Agricultural Extension Serviee
Francis
Appalachian South Has Recreation Potential
Dr. D. R. Kessler argues the Appalachian South faces a surge in outdoor recreation demand as population shifts and rising incomes make national parks and state lands essential yet increasingly distant. He urges urgent environmental planning to preserve pristine wilderness and argues for expanding access to urban residents seeking nature beyond crowded cities.
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D. R. Kessler
Virginia
Blacksburg
Aken
Yellowstone
America
Alaska
Stewart Udall
Pemple
Appalachian
Western
United States
Tractor aspirin share dangerous commonalities in accidents
Knoxville UT extension service warns tractors and aspirin both pose severe dangers. Farm accidents claim more Tennessee workers than any other occupation while misused tractors cause deadly injuries. home poisoning from aspirin tops fatal cases in children.
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Knoxville
John M. Johnson
UT Agricultural Extension Service
National Farm Safety Week
Tennessee
Farm machinery accidents blamed on carelessness
Johnson warns that common household misuse of faring machines leads to fatal farm accidents. He notes that young children cannot grasp the dangers of medicine bottles or powerful equipment, and that responsibility lies with farm family members to prevent these commonplace incidents.
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Johnson
Johnsuy
4-H Chatter on Clothing Workshop and Upcoming Shows
The 4-H club reports a clothing workshop for girls and leaders on Friday July 17 covering pattern selection materials construction fit and pressing. Letters were mailed to all girls in the clothing project. The 4-H Dress Revue is set for Friday August 14 in Dogwood Room Bristol with the Dress Revue on Thursday August 20 at the Kingsport library. The issue notes dairy month activities and upcoming hog show plans with several junior show hog participants and a reminder to call the office if planning to enter.
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Eaplest
Dogwood
Bristol
Kingsport Library
Swine Project
Kathleen Lane
Toni
Don
Ted
Kyle Thomas
Bobby Joe Smith
Jonathan Morrell
Phil Thompson
Thomas Lady
Cabbage Crop Off in State Declines in 1964
Tennessee Crop Reporting Service reports a 1964 cabbage crop for fresh market and processing at 220 000 cwt, down 14 percent from 1963 and 7 percent below the 1958 62 average. Acreage is 24 percent below average and yield is 6 percent lower than last year.
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Nashville
Tennessee
Tennessee Crop Reporting Service
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Taphal
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Migs Cattlemen's Association
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Indssiavier
Wy WM
Jackson
Cookeville
Naslville
Tyrrell
Trisarto Chese
Hulig
Elkhorn
Neb
Gordon Hoberts
Roberts Dairy of
Omaha
Strategic Air Command
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Beneficial
Ie Ware
Togey
Beneficial Waa Finance System
Furminee
Gor Beneficial Finance Co
Kingsport, Inc
Lynn Garden Drive
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Helen R. Stocking
Charles D. Holland
Mickie Hopkins
Indian Springs
Gunnings Home
Mickie
George Barnes
Holston
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NET
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Cy Miller
Terry Shipley
Sullivan
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Bluff City
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