Artificial Breeding Synchronizes Swine Reproduction
University of Illinois researchers have developed hormone assisted synchronized breeding for sows and gilts. The method uses a female sex hormone in feed to delay heat then normal diet resumes, triggering simultaneous heat within days. Farmers gain five day planning windows for breeding and farrowing, with more uniform offspring for easier handling and sale.
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Shropshire
University of Illinois
Game Laws Clarify Unsafe Wildlife Possession
The notice states that a hunter who kills a wild turkey or bear and proves to a district game protector that the animal was unfit for human consumption due to previous wounds shall receive a written acknowledgment. The Lancaster Farming advertisement notes this process as part of hunting regulations.
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Lancaster
State Grange Proposes Milk Control and Zoning Reforms
From page 14 the State Grange approves retaining the State Milk Control Commission and recommends regulating pasteurized milk sales in gallon containers. It favors home rule, calls for zoning ordinance referendem, and urges discontinuance of soft wheat acreage allotments. These resolutions guide the Grange's policies for the coming year.
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Lancaster Polo Event Adds Polo To Stock Show
Harrisburg visitors at the fifth annual Pennsylvania Livestock Exposition will see a polo match in the Large Arena. The Lancaster Polo Club faces Chukker Valley Polo Club of Doug lassville, Penn. The exhibition on Wednesday, Nov. 8 starts at 7 pm after a concert by the Penn State Blue Band. A livestock parade, judging, and sales of market animals accompany the week long event. About 3,000 animals are expected with $78,786 in cash awards.
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Ben Morgan
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Don t Burn Leaves Warns on Leaf Mold Composting
Alfredo Gianfagna extension floriculturist urges collecting fallen leaves from shade trees and shrubs for composting rather than burning. Decayed leaf material makes leaf mold for repotting house plants or top dressing around selected perennials.
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Alfredo Gianfagna
Extension Flouriculturist
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