U. M. To Test Forages For Pesticide Residues
The University of Maryland will run a volunteer program offering free analysis of pesticide residues in forage. Limited lab capacity means early days will be restricted, with priority to 1964 pesticide treated alfalfa for milk production. Samples, taken by trained personnel, will be tested for producers with results and recommendations sent to the producer and Extension Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Maryland
Gordon M. Cairns
University
4 H Broiler Contest Judging At Frederick Fairgrounds
Fourteen 4 H members from Carroll Howard Frederick and Montgomery Counties compete today at the Frederick Fairgrounds in the Central Maryland Broiler contest. Birds were weighed at eight weeks after starting with 100 chicks March 13 as records are judged. Participants include George Ireland Jr Gordon Keefer Beth Strecker Frank Lusher James Flook Robert DeLauder Elaine DeLauder Terry Walsh Gary Rice James Hagan Steven Sunday Julie Lange Tommy Linthicum.
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Carroll
Howard
Frederick
Montgomery
Frederick Fairgrounds
Maryland
Fairgrounds
Carrell County
George Ireland Jr
Westminster
Gordon Keefer
Linwood
Howard County
Beth Streaker
West Friendship
Frank Lusher
Ellicott City
Frederick County
James Flook
Middletown
Robert DeLauder
Jefferson
Elaine DeLauder
Terry Walsh
Buckeystown
Gary Rice
James Hagan
Steven Sunday
James Stull
Montgomery County
Julie Lange
Sellman
Tommy Linthicum
Germantown
1964 Wheat Program Will It Pay for Frederick County Farmers
Extension Agent George Wood explains how coop erating producers assess the 1964 Wheat Program. Using allotments yields and county support rates, farmers compare costs and potential gains from entering the program versus staying out. Partial budgeting and scenarios show when cooperation increases net income and when overplanting or nonentry is better.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wood
Frederick County
ASCS
Evergreen Hedging Made Affordable for Home Gardens
The Maryland Nurserymen Association notes evergreen hedges like yew and Japanese holly are affordable for homeowners. Proper spacing, age, and annual pruning after about three years yield a luxury look with modest maintenance and mulch aided care.
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Maryland Nurserymen’s Association
Shade Trees Treated Like Pot Plants for Root Health
Urban shade trees suffer from drought, pollution, and constricted roots as streets and buildings replace soil. Proper soil conditioning through aeration and irrigation improves water intake, reduces pot-bound stress, and boosts vigor. Fungicidal guidance and care routines are noted, with references to captan use for apple scab.
Spray Calendar Aids Maryland Insect Control
The 1964 Maryland Spray Calendar assists fruit growers and gardeners in preventing plant diseases and controlling insects. Available from the Cooperative Extension Service in Winchester Hall, it notes apple scab as a current problem and cites Dr. L. O. Weaver, extension state plant pathologist, as a contributor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
Cooperative Extension Service
Winchester Hall
L. O. Weaver
New Look at Farm Finance Sparks Revolution in Credit
Gov. R. B. Tootell of the Farm Credit Administration argues the Federal Land Bank System, after nearly 50 years, cannot fully meet future farm mortgage needs. He urges new concepts and revised guidelines to provide enlightened financing and financial counseling for farmers facing uncertain times.
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Tootell
U. S
Gov. Tootell
Federal Land Bank
R. B. Tootell
Farm Credit Administration
4-H Conservation Program Emphasizes Youth Roles
The National 4-H Service Committee announces a nationwide conservation program stressing responsibility for natural resources by all ages. Norman Mindrum says the effort teaches 4-H youth sound practices through projects on forests, soils, water, wildlife, and insect control with John Deere sponsors. County state and national awards include four gold medals, a Chicago trip, and six $500 scholarships..richvale milk records noted for Richvale Admiral Kim and Richvale Grand Alice owned by C Richard Ahalt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman C. Mindrum
John Deere
Farm Implement Company
Cooperative Extension Service
Mindrum
Chicago
Klingston View Mistress Della Milk Yield Record
The seven year old cow owned by T Maynard Kling and Son Adamstown produced 16220 pounds of milk and 621 pounds of butterfat in 305 days.
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Klingston View
Della
T. Maynard Kling & Son
Adamstown
May Is Home Demonstration Month In State
Governor Tawes proclaims May as Home Demonstration Month in Maryland. Extension Service home economists will showcase programs to demonstrate their services, with offices statewide and 693 Homemakers Clubs totaling over 20 000 members. The effort covers consumer education from credit to home management and child care, aiming to improve efficiency and living standards.
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Tawes
Maryland
Extension Service
University of Maryland At College Park
Home Demonstration Department
The
Baltimore
Extension Home Economists
Extension
State and County Market Roundup of Eggs Butter and Livestock
Wholesale egg and butter offerings show demand dull in New York with prices listed for whites and browns across weight classes. Butter demand rising while bulk creamery butter scores 90 to 93. Slaughter cattle, hogs, and feeder cattle noted in Baltimore with steers steady to higher and hogs mostly steady to lower. Local grain closes noted as 120 bushels per acre and price around $7.00.
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New York
USDA
Baltimore
Second Rifle Class Concludes On Thursday
The second 4 H rifle class ends Thursday after three weeks of instruction at Flair Army Reserve Training Center near Frederick. The program, supervised by Col. James Bartgis, includes members from the Johnsville, Tuscarora, and other clubs.
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Cae
Johnsville
Tuscarora
Flair Army Reserve Training Center
Frederick
James Bartgis
John EB. Willliams Jr
Kent Hevner
Paul C. Garrigues
Robert Garrigues
Lance Glisan
Ricky Long
Douglas van Sant
James Stull
Michael
Jeffrey Perry
Terry Young
Jerome Anderson
Terry Lee Black
Joel Anderson
Joseph Reed
Marks Long
Dan van Fossen
Frank Long Jr
Samuel Glisan
Ralph Perry
John E. Williams
Harry Garrigues
Hopehaven Dairy Cow Kim Num Sue 4 371487
Hopehaven Kim Num Sue 4 371487, a five year old owned by John A. Hope Jr of Knoxville, produced 15 210 pounds of milk and 544 pounds of butterfat in 299 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hopehaven Gearldine Design
John A. Hope Jr
Knoxville
Hopehaven
Kim Num Sue
John A. Hope, Jr
Farm Calendar Highlights May to July Local Events
Calendar of upcoming farm events and deadlines across Maryland from May to July. Highlights include district broiler contest, 4-H public speaking, Jersey cattle sale, Poultry judging, leadership camps, and the Delmarva Chicken Festival with venues in Frederick Gaithersburg Westminster and Easton.
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Frederick Fairgrounds
Women’s Committee
County Farm Bureau
Potomac Edison
West Patrick St
Ag Center
Gaithersburg
McDonagh School
Jersey Cattle Club
University of Maryland
Pomona Grange
Ballenger Grange Hall
Older Youth Leadership Corp
Rocks
Agricultural Center
Westminster
Sheraton Park
Washington, D.C
Laytonsville
Delmarva
Easton
Jones County
Iowa
Towa
Camp Peniel
Camp Fennel
Hally Hill Farms
Carroll County Ag Center
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George B. Reeves
Maryland Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation State Committee
Edjarry
Doris
Ann
Edgar C. Virts
Stephen Sunday
Lewis D. Sunday
Sunday's Lane
C. Millard Eller Jr
Steven
C. Millard Ejler Jr
S. F. Barkdoll
Worthmore Feed Company
Left
David D
C. Millard Eiler Jr
Eigenbrode
Cnet
Weaver
Jeanne
Maurice
Ahalt
Richvale
Kim
Richvale Grand Alice
C. Richard Ahalt
Richvale Farm
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Evergreen Point
Route 355
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