Turkey Rearing Practices From Poultry Experts
Poultry experts say turkeys thrive when confined and fed current economical methods. They advise using freshly cured alfalfa meal as a supplemental feed to improve flock health and efficiency.
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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1929
Page
8
Poultry experts say turkeys thrive when confined and fed current economical methods. They advise using freshly cured alfalfa meal as a supplemental feed to improve flock health and efficiency.
The Ohio experiment station reports that using silage in large rations for fattening steers can raise corn profits by $16 per acre. Multiple station experiments show silage lowers beef production costs, urging advisers to promote greater silo use.
The article notes that grafting compatibility varies widely among plants and species. It cites Yerkes of the USDA explaining that even within the same species varieties may unite, while some distant relatives can graft, such as hawthorn on apple, and citrus stocks producing multiple fruits on different limbs.
North Dakota botanist W E Krentzel explains corn smut, its life cycle, and how it causes losses across ears leaves and stalks. He notes seed treatment lacks effect and urges crop rotation and field sanitation while plant breeders work toward resistant corn varieties.
A Lancashire watchmaker introduces a sensitive timepiece with a free wheel mechanism that prevents overwinding when worn continuously. The American Magazine quotes a proverb about treating people with decency as guidance.
The article explains that humus or decomposing organic matter greatly increases soil water storage. It cites experiments showing sand holds 25 pounds of water per 100 pounds, cray soil half its weight, while decaying organic matter can hold about 190 pounds water per 100 pounds. It notes soils with more organic content retain moisture longer during drought and heat.
Cleaning steps emphasize removing dust straw and manure from barns then applying creosote solution to floors and walls. After soaking a day or two, spray with kerosene and napthalene crystals, warning to prevent fire and keep hogs away from breeding areas.
Farmers note spraying rigs are heavy and dragging through mud wears teams and wastes time. Keep farm roads in good condition and well drained, using ditchers on peach orchards for drainage and road maintenance to reduce costs and improve operation.
The record notes that Spanish moss generally grows without harming trees though some cases show it contributing to decline when other factors exist. The excerpt discusses notions of right action versus straight lines, citing Herbert Spencer.
A philosophy piece in the Woman's Home Companion argues that friendship starts with meeting and correcting ourselves rather than simply going out to meet others. It frames self-improvement as the path to stronger social bonds and meaningful connections.
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