Nitrogen Lack Blights Iowa Crops Says ISU Expert
Iowa State College agronomy head W H Pierre explains spring pasture and small grain pale green color and spindly growth stem from nitrogen deficiency. He notes corn lower leaves yellow and die mid-summer and warns low protein crops hurt meat and dairy value. Pierre lists three nitrogen sources: legumes manures and crop residues, and nitrogen fertilizers.
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Humidity Guidelines for Storing Apples at Purdue
Purdue University advises storage apples require 34 to 38 degrees and 75 to 80 percent humidity. Low humidity causes wilting and shriveling as dry air draws moisture from the fruit. warmth and moist air with poor ventilation promote sprouting and rotting. Containers should be elevated, off the floor and away from walls to maintain proper airflow.
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New in Machinery Hole Digger in Jeep Adaptation
The article describes a new Jeep adapted for peacetime work. It blends a tractor light truck mobile power unit and passenger conveyance and is shown used as a post hole digger in a farm illustration.
Aluminum on Farms Reflective coatings and durable farm items
Aluminum paint provides heat reflectivity and surface protection on farms. New aluminum products include portable chicken coops non rusting fencing and screen wire. Dairy use expands to milk pails separators parts waterers vats ice trays and milk tanks.
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