Agricultural Forum Outlines and Manitoba Hog Notes
A report on an agricultural representative CST outlining topics for a National Farm Radio Forum from October 22 through March 25, including October 29 on property taxation and fair systems, November 5 on vertical integration versus independence, November 12 organized action by farmers, and November 19 on the Common Market, followed by notes on Manitoba hog production urging ration adjustments to improve carcass quality and reduce finishing fat. The Manitoba piece advises using oats to limit energy intake, a 13-14 percent protein mix, and a 195 pound ideal market weight with scales.
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Manitoba
Manitoba Potato Harvest Near Complete Amid Strong Yields
Commercial potato growers in Manitoba report near completion of one of the best crops on record. Provincial average yield about 115 cwt per acre across five regions including Brandon Souris Carberry Portage la Prairie Pembina Triangle and Greater Winnipeg. Excess rainfall hit the Red River Valley reducing some yields and acreage. Processing industry expansion, notably Carnation Foods, boosts marketing for chips and storage prospects across the province.
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Red River Valley
Brandon-Souris
Carberry
Portage la Parkie
Pembina Triangle
Greater
Winnipeg
Selkirk
Steinbach
Manitoba
Stone
Carnation Foods Ltd
Wheat Crop Maintains High Milling Quality
Winnipeg report from the Board of Grain Commissioners states the 1962 Canadian hard red spring wheat crop maintains high milling quality and baking strength. Red spring production is 471 million bushels with about 67 percent graded No 3 Northern or higher. slightly higher flour yield and stable ash and color. average protein 13.3 percent, 0.3 point below 1961 but 0.3 point above long-term average. Amber durum crop sets a record at 61.2 million bushels, versus 14.1 million last year, with an estimated 60 percent grading 3 CW and higher.
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Winnipeg
Man
Board of Grain Commissioners
Prairie Provinces
C.W
Igher
Public Notice MacGregor village water sewer by law vote
The Village of MacGregor announces first reading of By-law No. 110 to borrow 177700 for water works and sewer system in Local Improvement District No. 1 with a twenty year repayment plan. A vote by ratepayers on By-law 110 is set for Friday 16 October 1962 at the council chamber, with counting to follow.
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Council of
MacGregor
Fala
Manitoba
Muti Osis
Mann
Minister Gets OK For Projects
Agriculture Minister Alvin announced authority to enter contracts for federal research projects under ARDA. The move clears the way for hiring consultants and contracts for research studies reports and data analysis. Negotiations are expected to conclude soon on joint projects with provinces and the federal government.
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Alvin Today
ARDA
Kochia Emerges as New Weed Threat in Manitoba
Kochia, also called Summer Cypress and Mexican Burning Bush, is a fast spreading annual weed now a problem in four southwest Manitoba municipalities and found as far east as Winnipeg. It grows up to four feet, forms a tree-like shape, and produces thousands of seeds per plant, spreading via roadsides. Early-season sprays of 2,4-D or MCPA can kill it, but resistance grows as plants mature. aggressive roadside control and prompt chemical treatment are urged to prevent infestations spreading to fields.
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Manitoba
Winnipeg
Shoal Lake
Enrollment Rise Seen by Director Cousant
Dr Geofrey C Andrew of the University of British Columbia said Canadian university enrollments will more than double in the next decade. He noted about 140000 students are currently enrolled, attributing growth to the postwar birth explosion reaching universities.
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Cousant
Geoffrey C. Andrew
University of British Columbia
Andrew
The
Canadian University Foundation
Homemakers Corner prompts balanced family activity choices
The article urges evaluating family activities before overcommitment as school starts. It asks if children are over involved and whether schoolwork and family time suffer while sharing tips on saving and planning family traditions. It also introduces fabric conditioners and their laundering benefits and ironing relief.
Panda Pricings in London 1900s Values Hit 100000
London reports reveal a 1900s population of 6000 valued at 100000 with chi chi the giant panda noted as the costliest at 212000 to bring to Asia.
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London
chi-Chi
Asia
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Agricultural Representative
By James McKnight
Mal Farm Radio Forum
CBW Radio
ARCA
National Farm Radio Forum
Woodhaven Blvd
Winnipe
Canada
Hammond
Gladstone, Manitoba
Otto W. Grundmann
Trans-Canada
Portage LA Prairie
Garth Stone
Manitoba Department of Agriculture and Conservation
Neepawa Blackhawks
Or Agni
A.D
Etary Crea
Homemakers
Sy Peggy Hood
Panda
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