Early tillage proves effective with proper implement
Field checks by Saskatchewan Plant Industry Branch in 1965 show early tillage on summer fallow yields best seed bed. Mr. Johnson notes using a cultivator over diaper to firm the bed and advises August seeding of cover crops on low trash fields. Shallow sowing into moisture produced vigorous cereals despite root rot risks.
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Plant Industry
Saskatchewan
Department of Agriculture
Johnson
Mr. Johnson
General Synod set for Vancouver August 25
Some 300 delegates from across Canada will meet in Vancouver on August 25 to discuss the document Principles of Union between the Anglican Church of Canada and the United Church of Canada. If accepted, the proposal moves to the United Church General Synod in 1966 for further action. Other topics include marriage and divorce, the Parish Education Program, and possible changes in church structure and function.
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Canada
Anglican Church of Canada
United Church of Canada
General Synod
United Church
Dante A Modern Poet
Dante is seven centuries old this summer yet remains a topical poet for a cosmonaut in space to read. In seven centuries, when science fiction of his Comedy comes true, those who ponder the world from the stars will not outgrow his genius or the poem’s meaning.
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Dante
Indian Head Tree Nursery Open House August 27
Officials of the P F R A Tree Nursery at Indian Head announce an open house on August 27 with two programs morning and afternoon. The 8 00 a m welcome at the Arboretum, tours of grounds and packing shed, coffee break, and visits to seedbeds and field plantings. Second program starts at 1 00 p m after lunch. Bring a basket lunch.
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Indian Head Tree Nursery
P.F.R.A
Indian Head
W. H. Cram
Arboretum
Grown in Canada Grapes for Wine in Okanagan Valley
By late June growers had planted 2,500 acres of grapes for wine in the Okanagan Valley. Dr. D. W. Fisher of CDA's Research Station at Summerland, B C, estimated the total might reach about 4,000 acres. Land suited to grape growing but unsuited for tree fruits could be used in both the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. Grapes need less water and thrive on sandy soils, enabling unproductive lands to become vineyards. The Research Station tests new hybrids, including Seibel 9110, 9549, and 13053, and muscats Watkins and New York Muscat show promise. Despite severe winters, the valley is suitable for wine and table use with a long growing season and high summer temperatures aiding ripening.
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Okanagan Valley
D. W. Fisher
CDA
Summerland
B.C
Okanagan
Similkameen
British Columbia Wineries
Insects to Control Ragwort Spread at Port Meadow
Caterpillars are being used in Cheshire to curb ragwort growth. One thousand Cinnabar caterpillars placed in ragwort fields observe results. Ragwort does not poison the caterpillars and is their preferred food. The project has spent over $50,000 with little success, and the experiment should cost under $160.
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Port Meadow
Cheshire
Sand and sawdust tomatoes grow in sand and sawdust mix
Researchers at the CDA experimental farm in Saanichton on Vancouver Island test a soilless mix of three parts pitrun sand to one part Douglas fir sawdust for greenhouse tomatoes. Yields reach about 15 pounds per plant, triple the area average, with water and nutrients delivered via perforated hover lines.
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CDA
Saanichton
Vancouver Island
R. M. Adamson
Adamson
Victoria
Grape Varieties in Okanagan Shifting to Vinifera Hybrids
The Okanagan's early grape plantings failed to thrive and yield, with most vines being American or Vitis labrusca varieties known for slip skins and Concord flavor. New hybrid varieties resembling European Vitis vinifera show promise for reliable performance in the regional climate.
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Okanagan
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