Late Planting Grain Sorghum Offers Viable Yields
LSU researchers report grain sorghum planted after floods can yield 3,000 to 4,000 pounds per acre if planted by July 15 and up to about 5,000 pounds if by August 1, depending on weather. Trials at Winnsboro compared early and medium maturing hybrids with bird resistance and noted nitrogen and potash needs, weed control, and insect pressure.
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Lewis Hill
Louisiana State University Cooperative Extension Service
LSU Agricultural Experiment Station
K. W. Tipton
S. A. Ae
Winnsboro Sta
Acco
Dairy’s role in nutrition from Dr Wright and Dr Stewart
Dr John A Wright and Dr Gordon Stewart of Louisiana Tech discuss dairy foods in a balanced light. They argue milk’s radioactivity exposure is minimal after cow filtration and compare cholesterol in dairy to other foods, urging informed choices. They note milk offers high value at low cost and highlight dairy as a reliable nutrient source for babies and the elderly.
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John A. Wright
College of Life Sciences
Louisiana Tech University
Gordon Stewart
Louisiana Tech Dairy Department
Ruston
Stewart
National Dairy Council
Te Sa Tips
Technical Industries, Inc
Fort Lauderdale
Fla
Dr. Stewart
Framingham
Massachusetts
Causes Vary For Seasonal Drop Of Fruit
Louisiana growers face fruit drop during the season with causes ranging from pollination issues to weather. Implement proper variety selection, pest and disease control, and sound orchard practices to reduce losses. Factors include June drop, soil moisture, nitrogen levels, and occasional irrigation or cultivation impacts.
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Louisiana
B. W. Wascom
LSU Cooperative Extension Service
Wascom
Improved herbicides aid yams weed control in Louisiana
Louisiana growers gain new herbicides that target grasses and weeds in sweet potatoes to counter labor shortages. Products include Amiben Diphenamid Eptam and Dacthal with varied rates by application method and soil type, plus guidance on mixing, banding, timing and calibration.
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Louisiana
B. W. Wascom
LSU Cooperative Extension Service
Wascom
Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service
Rice Gains and Fertilizer Tips for Northeast Louisiana Farmers
In the Oua chita Valley-Macon Ridge area farmers report good rice stands after timely watering and warm germination. Northeast Louisiana now plants about 20 000 acres with 16 250 in Morehouse Parish. guidance covers nitrogen forms, timing, and soil testing for optimal yields.
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Ouachita Valley
Macon Ridge
Louisiana
Morehouse Parish
Providence Man Suffers Injuries After Vehicle Collision
A 26 year old Lake Providence man Ronald Greer was injured on U S Route 165 south of Bastrop when struck while seeking help after his stalled car. He was treated at Morehouse General Hospital and released after transfer to Monroe. No charges were filed.
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News-Star News Service
Bastrop
Lake Providence
Ronald Greer
U.S. 165
Here
Louisiana
Greer
Monroe
Catherine S$. Haywood
Haywood
Morehouse General Hospital
Facts About Dairy Setup In Louisiana
The Louisiana dairy industry employs about 35 000 families with 6 000 in milk production 4 200 in processing and distribution and 24 800 in service related industries. Milk supplies essential nutrients including 22.2 percent protein 75 percent calcium and 42 percent riboflavin. Industry investment exceeds 400 million dollars with 365 million by farmers 70 million by processing plants and 5 million by distribution outlets.
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Louisiana
Polled Hereford Field Day set for Louisiana Tech Ruston
Tech campus hosts a free Polled Hereford Field Day on the LTU college farm starting 8:30 a.m. with registration. Judging, weight guessing, and talks cover herd nutrition, health, show prep, and officer roles in the junior Polled Hereford program.
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College Farm
LTU
Hal Baker
Mike Simpson
American Polled Hereford Association
Simpson
Smart
William H. Green
Dubach
Huey P. Roberts
Union Parish
APHA
Harry Dulick
Morgan
Texas
Poisoning by Treated Forage Endangers Livestock in Louisiana
LSU experts warn that grazing cattle ingesting arsenic trioxide used as a weed killer can cause severe illness and death. Survivors may take weeks to recover and should not be sold for 30 days. The LSU Extension urges awareness with neighbors along fence lines to prevent such incidents. Total flood impact on Louisiana agriculture rises to 284 million dollars with 187,300 cattle and 15,400 hogs affected to date as floodwaters recede.
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Floyd Kent
Ouachita Parish
Ooo Son
Veterinary Science Aist
LSU Cooperative Extension Service
Nicholson
Louisiana
Clyde St. Clergy
St. Clergy
Dupont Elected National Commander At War Vets Meet
Monroe E Dupont chosen national commander of World War I Veterans Region 10 at the Arkansas convention. Wendell H Winke named department commander for 1973 74 from Shreveport. Region 10 covers Arkansas Louisiana Oklahoma Texas. officers to be installed at Miami national convention.
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News - Star News Service
Alexandria
Marion E. Dupont
State Department
Wendell H. Winke
Shreveport
Arkansas
Louisiana
Oklahoma
Texas
National Board of Administration
Dupont
Miami
Fla
Field Day Closure Details Promised by LTU Leader
The article notes the field day will conclude with an announcement by Dr. Glen Clark of LTU, signaling a planned summary or decision at the event's end.
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Glen Clark
LTU
Plan To Balk Weed Threat To Soybeans
LSU agronomist Dr. L. L. McCormick urges a field specific weed control plan before planting soybeans. Prepare seed beds thoroughly, use deep incorporation for preplant herbicides, and apply effective pre emergence options for rhizome Johnsongrass and other weeds. Seek county Extension guidance and manuals for precise chemical timing and rates.
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L. L. McCormick
LSU Cooperative Extension Service
McCormick
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