Winter bulb storage tips by a Canadian Agriculture guide
A historical guide outlines how to store hardy and tender bulbs for winter. It covers narcissus, daffodil, tulip care, digging times, drying, and replanting strategies, plus specific steps for agapanthus, anemone, begonia, calla, caladium, dahlia, gladiolus, gloriosa, and Ismene bulbs with temperature ranges and storage mediums.
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Department of Agriculture
de Caen
Changes in turkey grade requirements benefit producers and consumers
Agriculture Canada tightens finish criteria for lightweight turkeys and drops the 10 pound class. 10 to 12 pound birds can grade A with less finish, reducing feed costs and production expenses. Inspectors require sufficient feather tract finish and fat to avoid bluish breast tones, with cooking guidance to avoid moisture loss. A complete review aims for new regulations by mid-1977 and about 800 growers are affected.
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Orrawa
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Grain protection at the farm level
Practical steps for farm grain storage including cleaning and weatherproofing granaries, destroying residues, inspecting interior bin surfaces with insecticide, drying grain before storage, limiting fill height for ventilation, avoiding piling on old grain, applying dust protectants per directions, and biweekly storage checks for reinfestation. Cayenne pepper reportedly used to deter pantry ants.
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