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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1976
Page
11
Damaged wheat from recent freezes will be used as livestock forage this year. Wheat hay offers 6-8 percent crude protein and 45-50 percent TDN, comparable to or better than prairie hay. Wheat or barley silages rival corn silage in beef growing rations and can aid beef finishing or dairy rations with proper supplements.
A humorous tale from the State 4-H Leader's Convention contrasts an ideal activity curriculum with student needs. Animals, including a duck and eagle, face misaligned goals while prairie dogs avoid school, leading to a private school setup. The piece ends with a note on verifying USDA Extra Grade dry milk quality and wholesomeness.
Leonard Schruben traces U S wheat production from 100 years of land expansion to a green revolution driven by higher yielding varieties better tillage machinery and fertilizers. Postwar gains came from weather favorable years and removal of acreage restrictions aided by price supports and public distribution by the Kansas Wheat Commission.
A wide range of breads exists with white, high protein, and European styles. Prices rise due to marketing costs in 1976, affecting many processed foods. Mushrooms grow in popularity, mostly canned. Duck types are described with inspection and grade details. Beef buyers should consider sides or quarters, expect weight loss in trimming, and shop during off hours. Plan shopping, make lists, and choose eggs by size and cost efficiency. Pork fat content varies by cut with sirloin roasts and loin chops among low fat options.
Sue Hellar warns about a shortage of home canning lids and urges buyers to use reputable brands. Testing advice is offered for uncertain lids, including a simple two jar test and monitoring seal performance over weeks. Caution is advised on reusable and plastic lids as FDA tests are limited.
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