Turkey Raising on Decline on Farms
United States Department of Agriculture notes turkey raising has declined over the last two decades, due to blackhead and range disputes. Despite declines, the bulletin Farmers' Bulletin 1409 urges improved methods, emphasizes free range, clean soil, vigorous breeding stock, and careful feeding of poults.
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United States Department
Turkey
United States
New England
United States Department of Agriculture
Department
Coecidiosis Causes Loss of Baby Chickens
An intestinal disease, coccidiosis, spreads in flocks and kills young chicks. Cleanliness in brooders, disinfection, separate sick birds, and fresh water help prevention. Destroy dead chicks by burning. use lye solutions for cleaning. medicines may be added to feed to treat outbreaks. Capon production discussed as profitable with proper feeding and range conditions.
Cover Crops Support Orchard Humus and Nitrogen
The article explains cover crops as essential in orchards to maintain soil humus and improve structure when manure is scarce. It highlights leguminous choices like red clover and crimson clover or non leguminous options such as buckwheat and rape, plus a June sowing cycle that aids winter protection and moisture retention.
Fruit Growing Industry Discussed in Bulletin
The bulletin issued by the United States Department of Agriculture is Bulletin 1789. It presents a comprehensive study begun in 1912 on fruit regions of Virginia Kentucky and Tennessee. It shows how northern and southern varieties differ in value and adaptation to regional conditions.
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Virginia
Kentucky
Tennessee
United States Department of Agriculture
Department
United States
Good Care Is Necessary for Young Fruit Trees
Wisconsin horticultural experts warn 75 percent of nursery stock complaints are due to improper handling and late planting. James G. Moore says trees are living organisms and should be unboxed at once, stored in a trench with roots covered, and planted promptly to avoid damage. If immediate planting isn’t possible, trees can be heeled in with tops southward to protect them.
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James G. Moore
Horticultural Department
Wisconsin Colleges of Agriculture
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Moore
Orchard Spray and Pruning Tips for Home Grape Vines
The article urges spraying grape vineyards with Bordeaux mixture every three weeks and pruning to ensure air and light reach each vine. It notes back yard fruit can be ornamental and that canners prefer larger fruit. vines should be pruned to avoid wood overcrowding and allow space for air circulation.
Norwalk Woman Credits Pinkham Medicine for Recovery
Mrs C J Wenner Mark of Norwalk Iowa reports significant relief from female troubles after seven bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and use of the company wash. She cared for four children and produced fruit and jelly while improving, endorsing the remedy for others.
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Norwalk
Iowa
C. J. Wennermark
Box
Lydisa BE
Not the Same Fish in New York Aquarium Remark
A visitor tells her husband You poor fish in the New York aquarium. An attendant explains tanks show fed, protected from enemies, and liberty restricted. The exchange reflects public perception of city institutions and their explanations of confinement.
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New York Aquarium
Lake Minnewanka Giant Trout Heading to Banff Museum
A trout weighing 87 pounds and measuring 42 inches long with 24 inch girth is being mounted by local taxidermists for Banff museum display. The catch stands out among numerous Lake Minnewanka trout this year, noted as a Rocky Mountain mystery.
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Minnewanka
Banff
Banff Museum
Rockies
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