Illinois farmers' 1956 earnings highest since 1951
University of Illinois study shows 1956 net farm earnings rising due to record corn soybean and wheat yields and higher cattle and hog prices. In northern Illinois grain farms averaged 35 per acre, hogs 38, dairy 30. southern Illinois 31 per acre on grain, 23 on hogs, 28 on dairy. Soil bank payments added minor gross boosts. operating expenses rose, especially in the south.
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University of Ilinois Department of Agricultural Economics
Illinois
A. G. Mueller
Mueller
Ilinois
Northern
LAW ON THE FARM: Tax Rules for Land Exchanges
A discussion of farm land exchanges under tax law notes that like kind exchanges allow trading farmland for other real estate investments while nonfarm trades are taxed. It contrasts voluntary exchanges with involuntary condemnation rules and cites calls by congressmen to reform the laws. A University of Illinois sociologist adds context on rural community change.
Brighter Prospects for Egg Producers This Summer
University of Illinois poultry marketing specialist James R. Roush says hatchings in Jan February and March are one fourth below last year and April incubator stocks are 18 percent below 1956. Despite a 2 to 4 percent rise in eggs per layer, fewer layers mean higher prices unless stored eggs and cautious producers temper the market. Stronger forces point to higher egg prices over the next six to nine months.
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University Ofllinois
James R. Roush
Roush
Illinois Farmers Outlook Letter Projects Strong Corn Soybean Production
The Illinois Farmers Outlook Letter reports large 1957 corn and soybean stocks, with April 1 levels well above last year. Corn stocks reached 2 587 million bushels, soybeans 217 million, and growing demand for feed plus favorable soil moisture support potential production, price stability, and moderate carryover.
Clark County D H LA Report Summary
The Clark County and Eagar County association reports for April show 40 herds tested and 1041 cows tested with 116 dry. Average milk yield per cow was 705 pounds and fat yield averaged 30.9 pounds. Harold M. Rose served as tester.
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Clark County
D. H. LA
Harold ™ M. Rose
Clark and Eagar County Association
Averaize
B. Lukken Wz
Eescecesenee Rgg
Winfield Miller
RBS
Robert Werna
Cc.sesss Rgh
Russell “Boyer & Sons
RHG
Hobart
Kenneth Miller
Linda B
Cary Webster
Eaeee
Tessie
PBH
Polly Ann
Ed Sheehy, Jr
Hobart Fulton
Babs M
Kline Feeeeeen
Crones
RBS Pride
Illinois DHIA Records Hit 24 655 in 1956
Dairy Herd Improvement Association testers in Illinois report 24 655 lactation records for 1956. Since 1987 total Illinois records reach 272 097. G E Harpstead notes data forwarded to Washington to measure sires transmitting ability. Illinois ranked fifth in sires proved and seventh in cows tested.
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Illinois Dhia
Dairy Herd Improvement Association
Illinois
G. E. Harpstead
University of Illinois College of Agriculture
Washington
Ilinois
Harpstead
Nember
USDA
Illinois farmers test new weed control chemicals statewide
Illinois farmers will observe demonstrations of Randox Dowpon DNPO and DNPAIATA chemicals across 58 counties in 165 tests this summer and fall. The 1956 effort covered 43 counties with 77 locations and 2 350 farmers attended. The program seeks to gauge chemical versus cultivation effectiveness and practice in farm conditions.
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Illinois
Earl C. Spurrier
University Oflinois Extension Agronomist
United States
Spurrier
Best placement of starter fertilizer for corn growing
University of Illinois soils expert A L Lang says fertilizer placement in the seed row is critical. He notes older machinery cannot handle high strength fertilizers at today’s speeds, with split boot applicators often placing fertilizer above or with the seed harming germination and yields.
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A. L. Lang
University of
Lang
Milk composition standards protect consumers from watered milk
The article explains Illinois dairy expert P H Tracy describes requirements for milk products to ensure nutrition and value. Whole milk must contain at least 3 percent butterfat and 11.5 percent total solids. Skimmed milk has about 9 percent solids, while half and half and creams have specified fat content. Interstate commerce follows federal definitions under the FD&C Act and the Filled Milk Act of 1923 restricts imitation products.
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Tiiois
P. H. Tracy
University of Illinois Dairy Techno
Dlinois
Tracy
Don’t Dry Clean At Your Home Warns Illinois Expert
O L Hogsett urges homeowners to avoid at home dry cleaning due to explosive solvent vapors and ignition risks. Professionals are advised for cleanliness, while if fluids must be used outdoors with ventilation and no ignition sources. An Illinois agricultural engineer notes weed control by hand spraying pre emergent chemicals.
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O. L. Hogsett
University of Illinois
Use Surplus Pasture With Electric Fences And Rotations
University of Illinois dairy expert L. R. Fryman advises using spring surplus pasture to support a July and August dairy herd. Implement weekly grazing plots with electric fencing, clip mature growth, and create hay or silage on unused plots. Grazing strips can raise carrying capacity by 10 to 25 percent and ensure continuous high quality forage from spring through fall.
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L. R. Fryman
University of Dlinois College of Agriculture
Rupture Expert Demonstration Here at De Lite Hotel
Nationally known expert will personally demonstrate his rupture treatment method without charge at the De Lite Hotel in Casey on Tuesday May 14 from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. The Shallenberger method speeds openings in the average case, allows return to work the same day, and the Rupture Shield is waterproof comfortable and indestructible with a custom fit. Special invitation extended to large or difficult ruptures following operations. Mailing address Angola Indiana.
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de Lite Hotel
Casey
Shallenberger
Angola
Indiana
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N. G. P. Krausz
University of Ilinois
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L. H. Simerl
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R. K. Shallenberger
Massey-Harris Hillside Combine
Massey-Harris
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