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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1954
Page
3
Floyd Smith advises Marion County farmers on feeding grass silage to sheep and cows. He cites silage based rations for ewes and milk cows, recommends hay additives, iodized salt access, and outlines barn space guidance for beef cattle hogs sheep. He notes dairy needs with limited hay and ongoing Farm Bureau events on January 8 at 12 30.
The January 8 1954 deadline for farmers to file reports on soil conservation under the 1953 Agricultural Conservation Program is emphasized by John F. Chance chairman of the local ASC office. Payments depend on timely reporting and signed forms with weight tickets and evidence brought to the county office at Salem.
Government analysts project 1954 hog market supplies will be only 4 to 12 percent higher or lower across seasons, with 8 to 12 percent fewer hogs in the next six to eight months. Prices are expected to rise 12 to 18 percent on smaller supplies while consumer demand remains strong due to high wage and employment levels. December hog prices hovered around $25-$26 per cwt, with pork cuts at 86 to 54 cents and leaf lard at 17 cents.
A short outlook from Illinois farmers predicts another good year for hog producers with expectations of favorable market conditions and solid returns amid steady demand and improved feed costs.
Poultry specialist H M Scott of University of Illinois offers tips to curb cannibalism. Curiosity and flock owner interference often spark nibbling. Secluded nests deter outbreaks. Floor laying pullets lose movement space and are targets for vent pecking. Low feeders enable floor birds to reach pallet feeders, increasing vent picking risks.
The report notes that nervous flocks and feed changes can trigger cannibalism among laying hens. It advises removing corn from the grain mix to stop outbreaks, then reintroducing it gradually. If cannibalism persists, trimming the pullets' beaks may halt pecking for about three weeks while corrective steps are planned.
E L Saver of the Soil Conservation Service at the University of Illinois notes that spending modest amounts on improved conservation practices can turn crop production from a loss into a profitable venture. Increased yields become crucial as farm prices fall and costs stay steady. Studies cited by Saver support this view.
The example notes a farmer increasing corn from 40 to 80 bushels per acre through soil conservation and fertility improvements. With land valued at $200 per acre and corn at $1.50 per bushel, the 80 bushels yield leaves 40 bushels profit per acre or $60 after costs, suggesting the scheme could cover costs and offer profit.
A University of Illinois veterinarian warns hog lice can spread swine pox which lengthens the feeding period as pigs lose appetite. For dairy herds with limited hay, ample corn or grass silage helps maintain high milk production.
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