Dried Vegetables Aim to Cut Waste in U S Markets
Industrial pioneer Al Williams discusses a new drying method that preserves flavor in fruits and vegetables by using cool air to remove moisture. The process, tested in New Jersey and California, aims to convert overabundant harvests into durable, affordable products to reduce costly spoilage and lower consumer prices.
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Atlantic
New York Department of Health
Porto Rico
Jamaica
New York
Sun
San Fran
Tisco
United States
Steck
Waldron Williams
Woodford Brooks
F. G. Wiechmann
Williams
Columbia University
Middle River
Cal
Bound Brook
N. J
Webster
Germany
Herr Direktor
Alr. Williams
Department of Agriculture
Ewe Care At Lambing Time From Missouri College
The University of Missouri College of Agriculture reports common lambing problems from weak ewes. Overfeeding corn products and straw reduces nutrition. feeding alfalfa hay and bran with a grain mix improves condition. Advise one half pound grain per head before lambing and one pound after. match to pasture. Nodular disease from intestinal worms responds to liberal feeding. the college will answer inquiries.
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University of Missouri College of Agriculture
Missouri College of Agriculture
Inventions and Tech Snippets Across Global Notes
A jumble of science and industry items describes waterproof knapsacks, oiling rough water concepts, hollow-wall air cooling, Selectric fans trials, energy saving irons, bread price pressures due to baker competition, a hot air engine driven fan, a Spanish bell dated 1247 in Oakland, yeast for stock foods, fish specimen supplies by the US Bureau of Fisheries, and a curious claim about apple production per capita.
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Venezuelan
Oakland
Cal
United States Bureau of Fisheries
United States
SORE SHOULDERS OF HORSES
When the horse is started at heavy work, give the shoulders extra care. Provide breathing spells and lift the collar to cool and dry the shoulder. Keep the collar smooth and free of crustations. Ensure a proper fit to prevent shoulder trouble and watch the neck during hard work.
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North Dakota Agricultural College
Pig Feeds After Weaning and Growth Guidance
Wean pigs and separate bears and sows as soon as possible to keep groups small. Feed for growth, bone and muscle, with finishing touches in the last month before sale. A lean pig tends to have better feet, while excess fat harms foot health.
Salt for Livestock Keeps Growth on Schedule
Farmers should supplement animals with regular salt to promote faster growth. Some keep salt in a box for daily access, while others salt weekly or ten days. When busy, people miss the proper timing. a saltbox keeps salt visible and use consistent, paying results.
TRY GROWING ORCHIDS By E VAN BENTHUYSEN
An orchid guide argues growing orchids is accessible and affordable. It outlines light, shade, temperature, and ventilation needs, notes potting in fibrous peat, and highlights popular families like Cypripedium odontoglossums and varieties with diverse colors and fragrances.
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E. van Benthuysen
Wheel Hoe A Gardener’s Best Friend For Quick Labor
A wheel hoe greatly increases work speed, letting one person do in two hours what two hours with a common hoe would take. It reduces stooping, eases tasks, and improves results. Attachments include drills cultivators and different-sized hoes for various crops. If a man neglects his garden his wife may find the tool comforting.
Amaryllis care and cultivation tips from a gardener
The amaryllis demands rich soil with loam leafmold or manure and sand, plus good drainage. Provide ample sun with light shading during bloom, avoid disturbing roots, and feed with top dressings and water through the growing season. Growing bulbs in pots yields flaming colors and renewed plants each season.
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