New Guatemalan Crossbred Corn Promises Drought Tolerance
Earl E May and Iowa State officials report a Guatemala U S crossbred corn that survived dry spells and disease while outperforming common U S hybrids by up to 25 bushels per acre in Ames Iowa. James Moore of K M A station cites successful Guatemala work and forecasts widespread U S farming adoption.
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Earl E. May
Iowa State College
Guatemala
Iowa
U.S
Ames
Acre
Midwest
Organic Matter Will Aid Work of Soil Bacteria
A Ohio State rural study notes a single ounce of soil holds about 50 million bacteria. Beneficial bacteria release nutrients and improve soil structure, while harmful types cause disease. Adding organic matter favors the good microbes and suppresses the bad. recommendations include returning animal manures, returning crop residues, and growing deep rooted legumes with phosphate and potash fertilizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. C. Thomas
Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station
Middle West Soil Improvement Committee
Early Growth Variations in Eight-Week Pigs
The report notes wide weight variation among eight week old pigs with averages near 30 pounds but many at 40 pounds and some as low as 20. Growth rate to baconer age is affected, with larger eight week pigs reaching 200 pounds earlier.
Portable Hog Self-Feeder Described For Farms
A portable hog feeder is a labor saving device suitable for hog farms. The unit holds 55 bushels but can be built to any size. With proper painting it stays watertight and durable for outdoor use.
Culling Pays Dividends To Poultry Producers
Regular culling pays dividends for poultry producers though many farmers cannot due to other duties. With moulting season near, a portion of the flock begins moult early and should be segregated and sent to market first.
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