Rain Makes Weigh-In Interesting at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Weather disrupted the May 15 weigh-in for 4H swine and sheep, moving scales and chutes indoors after a rainstorm. Many entrants braved the elements in open pickups. several pigs reached high weights, with 317 pounds and 20 pounds noted in top specimens. Sheep entries totaled 41 with crossbreds leading. lightest and heaviest lambs weighed 34 and 96 pounds respectively. Final weighings and trophies follow at the Franklin County Fair in July.
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Joanistas
Franklin County Fairgrounds
Ted van Horn
Dean Chambers
Theresa May
Dean
Kelly Newby
Marie Chambers
Field Day At Parsons Experiment Field
Farmers may observe wheat research studies at the Parsons Experiment Field May 25 and 26 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The tour is nonscheduled. observers may drop in anytime. A crops agronomist will discuss studies on wheat, oat, and barley varieties, nitrogen timing, seed treatments, phosphorus methods, and a wheat soybean rotation. The site is two miles north of 32nd and Main in Parsons.
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Parsons Experiment Field
32Nd and
Main
Parsons
Lids That Twist Off A New Secure Lid
A report describes a new plastic tape seal around easy-open lids on jars and containers to prevent premature opening. It notes potential contamination under lid edges and urges shoppers to alert managers if loosened lids are found on cottage cheese yogurt meat products or peanut jars.
Chicken On The Market Prices At Peak Quality
Lots of chicken arrives on market with lower price per pound for whole birds compared with cut-up portions. Buyers can select favorites as improved processing and rapid chilling preserve top quality meat.
Soils Week Observance Promoted Across Franklin County
Soils Week runs May 23 through May 30 with nationwide observance stressing responsibility to protect soil water and natural resources. Franklin County Conservation District distributed 3 500 placemats and 500 bookmarks to area restaurants and local libraries for the observance.
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Franklin County Conservation District
When is a Potato Chip Really a Chip
FDA officials ask how to label chips made from dehydrated potatoes and whether sliced fresh potato chips or restructured products should carry specific terms on their packaging. The proposal seeks clarity on naming to avoid consumer confusion about chip types.
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Food and Drug Administration
FDA
Food Safety Tips on Canned Goods and Jar Seals
Consumers are advised to check labels for information, avoid bulging cans, and report tampered jars. Dented cans should be ignored unless the seam is loosened or the metal is pierced, and jar lids should be sealed tightly with any tampering reported to the store manager.
Woman's Place In The Home A Reconsideration
A study notes liberalized attitudes toward employed mothers with children under 18. It cites 45 percent in the workforce, up from 28 percent in 1960, and profiles Thea Robinson a Philadelphia garment cutter with two children who has worked eight years balancing family and career.
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Hy Sue Hellar
Institute of Life Insurance
Thea Robinson
Philadelphia
Garnett High FFA earns top honors in Oklahoma City contests
Garnett High School FFA dominated three events in Oklahoma City with a perfect score by land judging standout Larry Lankard and top individual finishes by Allen Sobba in Homesite Evaluation and Dennis Hastert in Range Judging. The report highlights the team’s continued success.
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Garnett High Ffa
Oklahoma City
Larry’Lankard
Hd24
Garnett
FFA
Allen Sobba
Dennis Hastert
Public Auction Near Michigan Valley Kaw Farm
Public auction announced as farm sold and owners move to Pomona. Closing out sale will be held at the farm location three houses south of the garage in Michigan Valley Kaw. Further details not provided.
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Pomona
Michigan Valley
Kaw
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