Heat tolerance myths debunked in cattle research
ARS scientists tested common beliefs about cow heat tolerance. They found Indian cattle do not carry extra hump fat, dewlap and ears are poor radiators, and sweat glands exist in all breeds. Heat resistance ties to sweating, short summer coat, and oily skin, with black skin color offering sun protection.
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R. &. McDowell
ARS
Federal Crop Insurance Tops Half Billion Dollars in 1965
The U S Department of Agriculture reports 580 million dollars of farm crop production investments protected by Federal Crop Insurance in 1965, the highest level in program history. Coverage spans 1,213 counties in 36 states with over 455 000 crops insured on nearly 16 million acres, and 60 000 loss claims totaling over 30 million paid for 1964.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
John N
Luft
Availeile
Crop Insurance Corporation
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