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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 02, 1955
Page
6
The Miniota Herald announces weekly publication every Thursday from Minivta. Subscription rates shown include $2.50 for four years and a U S subscription payable in advance. The issue dated Thursday June 7 appears to be available for Winnigs.
The article notes a new livestock project titled Beef Performance Testing on the Farm to improve beef quality and production. A fertilizer trial was set up at Jack Phaden’s farm Oak River with Genny Acret from Coins Mining and Smelting Co Hayden Tolton and Ken Ridley from Boils and Crop branch leading. District farmers are invited to visit this summer near Oak River on Sec 29 14 12.
Eight girls from Hamiota have applied for the course at Brandon Agricultural and Homemaking School. Limited spaces will be available for those beginning tests in livestock production. Application forms may be obtained at the office or from the school principal C E G Bates.
Health unit advises that groundwater is likelier to be safe than surface water. Filtration from soil reduces impurities and destroys some bacteria. When planning a well, numerous factors must be considered and professional guidance is recommended.
Advice stresses locating wells away from sewage, avoiding cracked limestone channels, and placing wells on high ground. It stresses concrete covers, casing extensions, and secure pump bases, plus sanitary inspection and testing to prevent waterborne disease for children and families.
Officials warn that drinking contaminated water can ease illness but poses serious health risks. The notice emphasizes potential life costs for individuals and children and urges avoidance of unsafe sources.
Farmers in Western Canada face from delayed seeding and wet soils, making early chemical weed control crucial. Use 2 4 D and MCP carefully with correct timing, dosage, and safe proximity to sensitive crops to protect wheat barley oats flax and alfalfa clover rotations and maximize yields.
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