08 Sep 1921
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Newspaper
Lynden Tribune
Location
Lynden, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1921
Page
1
The article discusses avoiding forced molting in poultry to maintain steady egg production and notes that hens should molt naturally. It then shifts to census data on Washington pure-bred cattle, detailing counts by breed and the prominence of Holstein-Friesians and Jerseys among dairy cattle.
The South Bay Canning club of Thurston county will demonstrate canning at Spokane’s Interstate Fair. They will show processing geoducks and other seafood to the public, serve geoduck prepared in multiple ways, and exhibit 1000 quarts of fruit and seafood. Club members Ruth Haydeen Gladys Taylor Ruth Adair Margaret Haydeen Mary Bennett Ester Madden have canned over 200 quarts each this year. Olympia Chamber of Commerce Thurston farm bureau financed travel with local merchants displaying club products.
During molting, hens reduce egg production as new feathers grow. Maintain a laying ration for protein and consider beef scrap or milk to boost feather formation. Sunflower seed helps glossy plumage, and some keep a self-serve beef scrap feeder to ensure animal protein during molt.
Odor in glass bottles and earthen vessels can be reduced by filling with cold water and dissolved soda. Parsley added to canned peas and string beans enhances flavor. Some farmers may skip smut treatment on grain, but experience shows it is beneficial.
Discussion of artificial milk and skim milk substitutes shifts to Congress with Western Washington dairies facing producers and manufacturers. Critics say it harms the dairy industry while some see potential health and price benefits, yet supporters note minimal waste utilization and limited savings. School lunch programs prepare to resume with new term.
Washington farmers access cheaper rock phosphate and lime as Montana beds expand supply. Montana Phosphate Co holdings are described as double Ocean island prospects with estimates over 70 million long tons. Government surveys note high grade apatitic content and potential widespread use in Illinois and Midwest farming.
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