Alfalfa Production Rules In Tennessee State Plan
Sullivan County Agent overviews eight essential alfalfa cultivation rules in Tennessee. Emphasizes land selection with deep upland soils, weed free seedbeds, winter hardy varieties such as Hutaitio Atlantic Narragansett Williamsburg, lime and fertilizer routines based on soil tests, inoculation, proper seeding timing and depth, stand management, and careful grazing to protect root reserves and crown health through winter.
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McClain
Sullivan County
Wwesork and
Dury
Tennessee
Shore Iife
Huttaio
Atlantic
Narragansett
Williamsburg
Anita
Loree Ig
Ruly
New Virus Blamed for Crop Yield Declines in Wheat
Beltsville Md researchers link stripe mosaic virus to reduced productivity in previously strong wheat varieties. USDA tests confirm two simple stripe mosaic assays and seedborne spread. breeding aims to raise healthy seed stocks and restore yields across major belts.
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Beltsville
U. S. Department of Agriculture
TISDA
Harleys
Toted
Relyville
Bushes and Weeds Create Driveway Hazards at Entrances
In Blacksburg the Rural Life Council warns that bushes and weeds along farm driveways block drivers’ view of oncoming traffic. They advise parking the car with the bumper 10 feet from the highway edge, marking 700 feet along the highway on both sides of the entrance, and placing reflectors at each marker. If markers are not visible, remove obstructions to improve sight lines.
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Blacksburg
van Farm
Bighway
Wretnta Rural Lifely Counsel
Willmaster Will Disease Fight Boosts Tomato Yields
Researchers at University of Delaware introduce the Willmaster domed tomato vine as a resistant variety to a widespread pathogen affecting vines across Virginia and nearby states. Plinth pathologists at VPI note the strain shows partial resistance in several tomato lines, with field trials continuing.
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Blacksburg
Wii
Pardenorn
Willmaster
B. Kente
Plint
VPI
University of Delaware
Virginia
Pritchard
Fauters
Maurglebe
Agriculture Dept Seeks Fewer Summer and Fall Vegetables
The Agriculture Department reports heat and pest concerns cut summer and fall vegetable production forecasts. It urges a moderation in planting with revised guidelines predicting lower acreage and adjusted mixes for peppers, celery, corn, melons, and cucumbers to balance supply with demand.
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Agriculture Dept
Production Line Poultry Farm Near Albany Described
A farm electrification report tours a large scale chick operation near Albany Var detailing a production line system. Day old birds move through staged pens on two floors with 60 000 broilers produced annually, modular concrete blocks, wood framing, feed and drying areas, and controlled lighting.
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Tom
Albany
Var
Tory Poultry House
16 Million Acres Go Into Reserve In 1967 Farm Program
Washington reports from the Agriculture Department show over 16 million acres enrolled across corn, cotton, rice, tobacco and wheat in the 1967 acreage reserve through February. Payments total about 14.9 million dollars for 10.2 million acres placed. Sign-up deadlines approached for spring wheat, corn and rice. more than 665 thousand agreements were near completion by February 22.
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Washington
INSI
Agriculture Department
Une
Colon
Precautions Help Avoid Loss Of Mail Order Plants
Kingsport Postmaster Whenms L Duncan advises farmers and gardeners on precautions to prevent loss of mail order plants. He urges customers to accept shipment promptly, request alarm alerts, maintain cool storage, and plant soon after delivery to ensure viability and reduce dormancy issues.
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Kingsport
Whenms
L. Duncan
Nave & Perhbor
Post
Yotl Ag Steightign
Amd Cave
Simenors
Indeo Colan
Benson Predicts U.S. Farmers Income To Rise
Leonard J. Snyder reports Benson asserts farmers will see about a five percent income rise in the coming year. He cites rising consumption, record farm product prices, growing demand for land and fiber, and expected government measures to maintain or expand farm output and export activity despite reduced overall orders.
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J. Snyder
Igneuliite
America
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Balkiner
Berson
U.S
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Bensin
Eisenhower
Lt Yitices
Plarmers
1956 Income Not So Low As 1955
Washington reports net real land income in 1958 totaling 1 billion 0 million dollars, nearly a half billion more than 1955. The Agriculture Department notes increases in farm payments under Kell Bank and wool incentives, offset by higher production costs and marketing declines, with total cash receipts around 80 billion dollars.
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INS
Agriculture Department
Kell Bank
Ines
Vani
Iran
Dmnmary
Tata
Vitor
Carle
Dixie Hog Prices Steady To Lower Cattle Uneven
Prices across hogs show steady to lower trends with cattle markets uneven and mixed regional reports. Broiler prices edged higher in southern markets while wholesale pork and beef prices varied, reflecting uneven demand and seasonal factors across Atlanta and southern staging points.
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Broiler
Brodyr
Urimule & Pould
Ata
cUis
Musling
Dirk
Alnuta
Nashville
Louisville
jMemphis
Montjxomeny
Carolinas
Georgia
Standard Pride
Pathologist Advises Antibiotics For Leaf Diseases
A pathologist at WPT, Farmers explain advisability of antibiotics marketed as wildlife and mold control. Antibiotics show strong activity against wildfire and blotch in some regions, but limited effect on leaf mold. Not recommended for central Virginia, yet in the barley belt of Downwest Virginia they are advised. When bluenvald is severe, continue ferbam on rind rot and mildew.
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Ceriniy
Didrases
Bienmnold
Snold
Downwest Virginia
Tennessee Farmers and the Debt Crisis and Soil Challenges
The article reports on farmers facing debt, with figures from a Federal agency and the Federal Reserve noting rising mortgage debt. It discusses land buying, debt refinancing, and moisture issues affecting shade trees and soil fertility, plus fertilizer placement, irrigation methods, and agricultural practices.
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Federil Reserve
Bonet
Saunl
Dessuaal
Unclear animal feed note on pig farrowing sequence
A fragmented claim describes baby pig chow and feed components after farrowing. Mentions Wien the Jitter and Purina Pig product transfer, with confusing phrasing about mixtures and ration timing. Details are incomplete but refer to feeding and pig care context.
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Wien
Purina
Man o Man Growin Shop Claims Big Demand
A fragmented ad style promo vocalizes booming sales for live branded products. The copy touts heavy consumer interest and growing poultry offerings with emphasized claims of large customer uptake and premium chick breeds.
Counties Supply Milk For Kingsport
Sullivan County health department reports 32 dairies supplying Kingsport with Grade A pasteurized milk. Counties of Virginia and nearby producers are regulated. remarks warn of food poisoning and undulant fever risks from improper handling.
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Br. J. W. Epwin
Sullivan County
Kingspary
Loeh
Tesseset Virgina
Dr. Frwinz
Testing Soil Aids Gardener
Chaya Fringe, Sullivan County agent, advises that vegetables are sensitive to soil balance and need careful testing. A soil test is the most exact method to guide fertilizer and timing, with county offices or agriculture teachers providing testing and guidance.
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Chaya Fringe
Sullivan County
Sail
Soil Conservation Service
Agriculure
Priice
Dairy Leaders Meeting Tonight in Nashville
Dairy industry leaders gather in Nashville to launch a Tennessee dairy foods promotion. Milk producers processors builders retailers and media will attend at 7:30 PM at the Noel Hotel to discuss plans and coalition participation.
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Nashville
Tennessee
Noel Hotel
Wil Cbuidlers
Etailers
Garry
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