Big Loss of Pigs Before Weaning
A United States Department of Agriculture study shows spring pig litters suffer greater preweaning losses than fall litters. Of 3,025 pigs farrowed in Illinois Indiana and nearby states in 1922, losses reached 36 percent in spring versus 24 percent in fall. Major causes include improper feed and handling, with pastured sows and gestation feeding patterns influencing litter size and cost.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Ilinois
Town
Indiana
Soromont
Well Prepared Field For Sudan Grass
A farmer earns better returns from Sudan grass when the field is well prepared. Fall plowing and careful field preparation before planting lead to higher yields and greater profitability, despite the crop being hardy.
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Sudan
Pure Bred Sows Shown More Efficient in Trials
Experiments by state and government stations nationwide show pure bred sows outperform grade or scrubs in efficiency. Tests on a large Northwest hog farm support the conclusion, underscoring the advantages of pure bred breeding for pork production.
Main Things Necessary in Handling Brood Mare
Two main things are feed and moderate exercise. Wheat bran and oats are the best grain rations and are better fed together. Excessive carn and Katir will cause trouble at foaling UUme.
Insure Strong Pigs for Breeding Readiness
Guidance on sow condition and boar vigor for breeding emphasizes good flesh, well-balanced ration, and avoiding overbreeding. Ensuring sows gain proper flesh and boars remain strong helps sustain healthy litters and robust herd performance.
Champion Pig Raised by Minnesota Youth Wins Grand Show Title
Terrance L Hagen of Belview Minnesota won grand champion barrow at the Junior Livestock Show in South St Paul last winter. His Poland China pig weighed 430 pounds at sale after a 146 day period of rapid gain, cost five cents per pound to produce, and earned him gold and silver medals a silver trophy a free trip to Chicago and 80 dollars in prize money.
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Minnesota
Terrance L. Hagen
Belview
Dtedwood County
South St. Paul
Poland
Chicago
Extra Care and Feed of Lambs Will Pay Profits
Lamb losses from parasites last summer worry sheep men. Build a barn creep for lambs only and feed ground grain mix of oats corn linseed oil meal and wheat bran. Start grain at two weeks, increase to all grain by six weeks, then shift to corn or corn and oats for sale. Dock and castrate.
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R. L. Waddell
Missouri College of Agriculture
Cull Pullets Closely In August For Fryers
Cull pullets during August for fryers. Remove birds lacking proper development such as soiled plumage long legs and shallow breasts. Cull molting hens as they molt until next spring. The best layers continue laying and will not molt until fall.
Study of corn growing problems across states and possessions
Reports to the United States Department of Agriculture show agricultural experiment stations in 36 states and three insular possessions are studying corn growth. Research focuses on breeding, variety adaptation, tillage, seeding rate and date, and fertilizer use.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Ox-Eye Daisy Indicates Need of Soil Fertilizer
The ox eyed daisy signals soil salt imbalance and fertilization need. Time and manure often remove the weed. persistent mowing before bloom, two years of cultivation, grazing with sheep, and salting are effective. Chemical methods are costly and impractical.
Plant Dwarf Essex Rape for Poultry and Swine Feed
Dwarf Essex rape recommended for chickens or pigs with forage in early summer. A four acre plot on rich land supports greens for pigs, chickens, rabbits and other stock. Apply forward manure freely to promote growth and yield.
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Simuli
Keep Down Weeds and Cultivation Advice
A concise agricultural note urges farmers to keep down weeds to protect crops. It stresses that good cultivation pays off, promoting healthier harvests and better yields through timely weeding and care.
Goslings Care Guide Emphasizes Dryness and Warmth
Instructions stress keeping goslings dry after hatch by day three, with warm, clean quarters and fresh water. Begin feeding at 36 to 48 hours with oatmeal egg mix, lettuce or red clover tonic, then adjust to moistened feed and added grains as they grow. Encourage free range in warm weather and dust hens to prevent lice with beet powder.
Shade for Young Stock Is of Great Importance
Shade for young stock is essential, especially for late hatched chicks. Provide clean water, sterilized joints, proper feeding, and constant shade. Start in an orchard range, then move to field edges of growing corn with colony coops for economical, vigorous growth.
Brooder Pneumonia Threat in Poultry Hatcheries
Brooder pneumonia affects chicks under four weeks, often traced to common mold in incubators and straw. Infected eggs yield diseased chicks showing sleepy behavior, ruffled feathers, and labored breathing. Prompt removal of contaminated straw and fresh litter is advised. outbreaks are hard to cure.
Open Shed Shelters Turkeys Well in Seasonal Litters
A shed with the south side fully open serves as good shelter for turkeys. The average turkey yields about three litters per season if eyes are removed after each litter. First litter averages about 18 eggs, second around 12, and the third about 10.
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Turkey
Czar's Treasure Sold At Christie's For 18500
The czars former treasure, a silver toilet service of 20 pieces weighing 700 ounces, formerly owned by Czar Alexander I, sold at Christies in London for 18500 dollars. It features a crown and the letter M, likely Mary of Würtemberg, and includes a mirror, rose water ewer and dish, candlesticks, bowls, snuffers, brushes, scent-bottles and more. A Regent Street firm bought it.
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Christie's Auction Rooms
London
Alexander I
Mary of
Regent Street
Poultry Points on Chick Breeding and Housing
Goa chicks must come from weed parent stock, with notes on breeding and hindiesoped issues. It suggests a feeding space rule of one fourth of eight for six hens and mentions energy and lighting factors in poultry care.
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Goa
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Mich
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Chevrolet Assembly
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Chevrolet Motor Company
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New York USA
Ion
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