He Switched To Liquid Protein For Cattle Feed
Andy Duffle of Pomona switched from range pellets to liquid protein feed in August to save time and labor across six pastures. Five tanks hold about two tons each, filled by a seven ton truck every two to three weeks. Cattle in certain pastures consume more than the expected two pounds daily, with some reaching three and a half pounds. Tanks cost about 85 dollars each and can be rented or bought. feed contains molasses and urea and is used with hay in colder months.
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Joanistas
Andy Duffle
Pomona
Duffle
Mississippi River
Gulf of Mexico
Lake Erie
Stella Bennett
Hazel James
International Theme Shines In Kansas 4-H Journal
The January issue highlights an international theme with reports from 1971 Kansas on International Farm Youth Exchange delegates to Switzerland Japan the Netherlands and Taiwan. It includes exchanges from Brazil Germany Switzerland and Costa Rica and features country and Western folk dance and dramatics. The clothing plan guides 4-Hers to a two year wardrobe strategy with cost tracking and inventory. Features on 4-H Days cover talks demonstrations and musical numbers from choirs to orchestras.
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Kansas 4-H Journal
Kansas 4-H Foundation
Kansas
International Farm
Switzerland
Japan
Netherlands
Taiwan
Brazil
Germany
Costa Rica
Community Homemakers Meeting Notes and Topics
A roundup of club meetings includes EAU noting a Jan 11 session at Mrs. Dutch Malburg’s Williamsburg home with 13 members, KEHC projects, and a family tree lesson. Modern Homemakers showcased foil art crafts at 1012 S Willow with Mrs. Boyd Cooper guiding. Worthwhile discussed MS facts and support, yearbooks, and craft days, with MS material from the National Society. Elm Grove members met at Mrs. W. H. Williams with guest Mrs. Esther Slawson joining. ecology themed lesson warned about pollution, emissions, and waste, urging recycling and mindful disposal, next meeting Feb 11 at Mrs. Hazel James’s home.
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Dutch Malburg
Williamsburg
Claude Sluder Sr
Vena McMillin
Lloyd Neal
KEHC
Richmond
Robert Ledom
S. Willow
Robert Wig
Guy McIntosh
Carrie Davis
James Curry
Arlis Loyd
Ben Gibson
National
H. H.fuerborn
Elm Grove
W. H. Williams
Hazel Hough
Grass and its enduring role in farming and life
A nostalgic reflection on grass as a vital resource shaping Westward expansion, ranching, feedlots, erosion control, and ecological balance. It notes grass sustains cattle, supports recreation, purifies water, and underpins soils, while Agricultural Research Service works to adapt grasses for evolving needs. It ends urging wise stewardship of land.
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Wabash River
Texas
Saskatchewan
Plant Kingdom
Agricultural Research Service
Franklin County Soil Conservation District Meeting Jan 27
The annual meeting at Ottawa Memorial Auditorium on Thursday Jan 27 includes a 11:45 a.m. lunch courtesy of the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce and Franklin County banks, awards to four conservation farmers, and a guest speech by Luther J. Gaskell on the See-Kan RC&D Project. An election for one district supervisor for a three year term will be held.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Wier
Franklin County Soil Conservation District
Ottawa Memorial Auditorium
Ottawa Chamber of Commerce
Franklin County
Luther J. Gaskell
See-Kan
Chanute
Apples Keep Fresh In Refrigerator Storage
A U S Department consumer note advises apples are plentiful and should be refrigerated to prevent decay while preserving quality, juiciness and crispness. Serve cold or at room temperature as preferred, with reserve supplies kept in cold storage.
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Consumer
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Consumer and Marketing Service
Also Mentioned on This Page
Utrena
EAU Notes
Gaskell
Rc&d
District Board of Supervisors
Howard Caldwell
Burlington, Kansas
Ruby Reeves
Mar
Ottawa
Income Tax Service
Audit Tax Service
Shirley Wheeler
Met
Kansas Homestead
GALL
W. Wilson
Paragon Construction CO
St. Prairie Village
Kan
Agaes
Bee Ly
Treasure Chest of
New Spring
Wintuk
DuPont
Woolworth
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