Forage for thought on 4-H benefits and growth
Editorial reflects on 4-H and FFA, recalling farm life lessons. It argues 4-H fosters responsibility leadership service and personal growth beyond showing animals, aiding shy youths and offering peers with similar interests a social setting. It cites the themes of head hands heart and health.
Pennsylvania All American Dairy Show Draws Global Attention
The Pennsylvania All American Dairy Show earns national and international notice with about 2000 top dairy animals on display. Delegations from Central and South America attended in Harrisburg while junior shows and multiple breeds showcased outstanding Holsteins and other cows at the Farm Show Complex. Yet local attendance remained light.
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Pennsylvania All-American Dairy Show Highlights
Dieter Krieg notes many area dairymen miss a chance to attend Harrisburg events. A California dairyman traveled to see breeding stock, praising the fall show for showcasing top A-1 dairy animals and offering valuable insights even to casual observers.
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Petaluma
Calif
Harrisburg
4-H Club Leaders Honor Busy Volunteers Shaping Youth
Rural leaders and volunteers from farming, agribusiness, and county extension contribute time to 4-H programs. They organize activities and mentor 8 to 19 year olds, balancing chores with community betterment. The piece honors their dedication and the wholesome impact of 4-H nationwide.
Guilty and Forgiven Through Jesus Judgment
Analysis of Jesus answer to the scribes and Pharisees and the unnamed adulterous woman. The sermon argues Jesus values forgiveness and mercy over strict law, contrasting self righteousness with true redemption.
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Jesus
Moses
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Livestock Health Warning Urges Caution in Purchases
Farmers are urged to avoid buying replacement stock from other farms due to Brucellosis hog cholera and Pseudorabies risks. With a dense dairy and livestock presence, traffic between farms is heavy, so breeders should ensure health papers are official and sufficient and avoid disease.
October farming notes urge ewe welfare and cold weather prep
Max Smith outlines sheep breeding tips to boost twin lambs and reduce parasites. He stresses evaluating ewe condition, feeding, and pasture access before breeding, and includes October frost prep such as insulation, storm doors, and buried water pipes. The corn storage topic begins but continues on page 36.
Farm Calendar Highlights Regional 4H and Harvest Events
On Saturday October 1 Adams County hosts Apple Harvest Festival at South Mountain Fairgrounds with a FFA trap shoot meeting at Ephrata High School at 7 30 PM. York County features a 4 H Teen Leader and Leader Banquet at the 4 H center beginning at 7 PM. Harvest Festival continues Sunday October 2. Monday October 3 Lancaster County 4 H skating club organized at 11 AM at Overlook Roller Skating rink and York County 4 H launch round up at Sechrist Sales Stewartstown.
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Adams County
South Mountain Fairgrounds
FFA
Ephrata High School
York County
4-H
Lancaster County
Overlook
Sechrist Sales
Stewartstown
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