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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1934
Page
13
K N McPherson argues spraying is an art requiring skilled gunmen and careful methods. He contrasts stop spray with non stop spraying for rust mite and scale crawlers, favors liquid lime sulfur, notes dusts are less durable, and recommends expert pest timing, plus microscope aid for pest identification. He suggests March or April sprays and cost savings from mixed methods.
Florida farm groups report gains in relief measures with Mark Wilcox’s support for agricultural protections. J Hardin Peterson helped secure a lower freight rate decision, saving about 100000 dollars for strawberry growers next season. The I C C order was upheld by the district court, and Jay Ward will handle the Plumosus Marketing agreement under the codes of fair practice for florists.
Pepper markets stay firm with good prices as production remains light through the 1933 34 season. Shipments total around 1100 to 1200 cars, about half of last year, with shipments only 45 percent to date. West Indies imports were light but Cuban peppers grew late. growers faced losses last year and may plant more next season.
The American Phosphate Products Co. of Lakeland gains exclusive distribution rights for Citrus-Zee, a citrus and vegetable spray made in Lakeland Florida. After eight years of research the product hits the market and is already used on large Florida acreages by leading growers.
Dr. Marvin A. Brooker has accepted appointment as chief statistician for the Federal Farm Credit Administration in the Florida Georgia and Carolinas district. The associate economist for the state agricultural experiment station brings regional expertise to the post.
The note cautions farmers to pace pepper planting as demand remains limited. From late fall through spring only about five cents worth of peppers per week can be marketed at fair prices, while heavier supply would drive prices down since stimulating demand is tougher than for tomatoes or celery.
American Rabbit Rieties and Poultry Ranches in New Freedom Pennsylvania advertises discounted stock including Silver Foxes Foxes Rabbits Mink and Pheasants with a 10 day examination period and money back guarantee plus paid return transport. They promote registered stock with A R C options and invite written breed and price requests from interested buyers.
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