Pigs Grow Faster On Alfalfa With Protein Supplement
E J Maynard of Colorado Agricultural College reports that pigs grown on alfalfa pasture perform best when self fed with a grain protein supplement. Self fed shelled corn and meat meal yield heavier gains than limited grafo, with feed costs about ten dollars per hundredweight gain. At corn 1.20 and tankage 3.50, a 1/2 pound gain costs roughly ten dollars, suggesting profit per head and acre from alfalfa.
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E& J Maynard
Colorado Agricultural College
Docking and castration timing for lambs in flock management
This article by Phil A. Anderson from the University of Arkansas division of animal husbandry discusses best practices for docking and castrating lambs. It covers timing, methods, and care considerations to improve growth, market value, and overall flock management, including when to perform both procedures and how to handle large flocks.
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Phil A. Anderson
Division of Animal Husbandry
University Arm
Winter rye aid for hog feed in early spring
A field of winter rye will support hogs by tarping early in spring and providing feed while other forage crops are sown. This helps reduce state food needs and keeps the herd in thrifty condition.
Purebred Stock Demand Spreads Across Farms
Purebred stock is essential for farms to boost returns on invested feed. The message urges widespread adoption of purebred livestock to improve productivity and profitability.
Sows Fed Before Breeding Lift Piglet Numbers
Sows fed well about ten days before breeding produce larger litters than those given scant rations at the same time.
Consumer of By Products Prospers Amid Hog Industry
The hog sector sees a rising demand for by products with consumer interest broadening supply chains. Industry analysts note strong growth in by‑product markets, supported by stable prices and expanding processing capacity across farms and mills.
Feed for Breeding Ewer After Breeding Season
After breeding season the ewes do not require grain until three weeks before lambing if good clover hay and roots are fed.
Make Success With Sheep
Practical guidance on improving sheep raising focusing on feeding and breeding. Emphasizes careful nutrition and management in the fall to boost flock performance and overall success.
Charcoal Mix for Swine Worm Prevention
A recommended charcoal mixture for hogs from the Bureau of Animal Industry, USDA. It calls for 1 bushel charcoal, 1 bushel hardwood ashes, 50 pounds lime, 50 pounds air slaked lime, 4 pounds sulfur, 2 pounds copperas. Mix lime and sulfur first, blend in charcoal and ashes, dissolve copperas in hot water and spray through mass, store in a barrel and keep some accessible to hogs.
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Bureau Animal Industry
United States Department Agriculture
Guard Against Hog Cholera Warns USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture urges monitoring for hog cholera signs and prompt serum treatment to save herds. Early symptoms like high fever and staggering indicate infection. isolate affected hogs and call a vet immediately. Cull or burn carcasses to prevent spread. immunization is crucial before disease onset. Dr. Smith travels to Beaver likely staying until spring. Roy Benson returns from California. F A N Club hosts New Year party with Five Hundred and a chicken pie.
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United States Department of Agriculture Watch
United States Department of Agriculture
Medium Steers Profitable in Feedlot Comparison
A De Kalb cattle feeder argues prime feeder steers, though superior for beef, are not always more profitable than poorer quality stock. He feeds eight to ten carloads yearly and notes finish price differences are small. Buying second-grade feeders at about two cents below top quality can yield similar costs and a half-cent per pound advantage in overall profitability.
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de Kalb
Time to Wean Piqgs
Pigs should not be weaned until they are at least eight weeks old. If the sow is not to have a second litter or if there is time, it is better to allow the pigs to suckle until they are ten to twelve weeks old.
Keeping Lambs Growing in Breeding Season
The passage urges keeping lambs thriving and thrifty breeding stock. It notes that in the breeding season lambs are typically single births and may have a single lamb per ewe. The tone emphasizes efficient rearing practices for steady flock improvement.
Bettridge returns for grandmother’s funeral in Parowan
M Henry Bettridge came home from Salt Lake City to attend his grandmother Alre Jane Ward’s funeral on January 2. Lloyd White and Reuben Jones returned from Delta last week where they worked. Mr and Mrs Elarald Smith visit relatives in Minersville. A basket party at the Amusement Hall raised funds for electric lights in the meeting house. New Years dinner was served there with many town residents socializing and enjoying a spley dinner. George Harwood of Cache County visited Summit friends on New Years day. An old folks party New Years night had many attendees enjoying old tune dancing. Mr and Mrs O W Jul et visiting with son Oscar J and wife in Hamlin valley. Students return to I.B.A.C. today after Christmas holidays.
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F. A. N. Club
Ana Dutton
Henry Bettridge
Salt Lake City
Alre
Jane Ward
George Harwood
Cache County
Parowan
Summit
Keep Your Promises in Business and Life
A seasoned view on the value of promises. In business every promise to pay or to perform must be kept, or trust vanishes. Those who honor their word, even at a loss, gain lasting respect, while promise-breakers erode credibility and standing. Do not make vows you cannot keep.
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Bry
John Binke
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Kalb County
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Reuben Jones
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Mrs. Elarald Smith
Minersville
O. W
Lulet
Oscar J
Ifamlin Valley
E. R. Peyeer
Seaveniry
Ile
Europe
Hie
Vyeuka
McClure Newapaner Syndicate
Parowan Auto Company
Ford
Kihi UR
Wm. Pritchard
Utah
Inda Good
CITY
E. Thornton
J. V. Stevens
Th. C. Parcells
Law and
Bank Bldg
Aerlare
Jos. E. Veard
Parowan Equitable Co-op
Te Ey
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