18 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 18, 1930
Page
1
Brown birds bearing white spots and curved beaks have been described as causing havoc in the local fisheries district. Fisherfolk report birds hovering over waterways and feeding on small fish, reducing catches and prompting calls for monitoring and control measures. Authorities have not issued specific guidance yet.
A Federal inquiry committee on Australia tobacco inquires into curing methods and industry health at Manilla with BAT Company reps present. Local growers press for on the spot expert, reduced excise and regional experimental stations, citing weather and eucalyptus concerns and seeking improved yields and brighter leaf quality.
The Department of Agriculture would send an expert to each growing district to provide first hand information and oversee experimental work. It is urged that not all Commonwealth and British Government funds go to research. a portion should support growers in harvesting curing and financial assistance after crop loss.
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