Discount plan aids Marion County corn farmers in 1954
A statewide discount plan authorized by the Commodity Credit Corporation allows loans on corn with up to 16 percent damage, instead of the usual 7 percent, under specific quality rules including moisture not exceeding 17.5 percent. Merrill L. Robuck notes the program helps farmers who stayed within acreage allotments, with loans determined at delivery based on premiums and discounts from the regular loan program.
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Marion County
Pric Ipport
Iyeet
Commodity Credit Corporation
Iowa Asc
Merrill L. Robuck
Robuick
Rgular
Saat
Dessert Buffet Concept and Sauces Menu Reel
Dessert buffet idea built around self serve ice cream with pre frozen bowls and a sauce station. Includes Butter Caramel Sauce Minted Pineapple Sauce and Marshmallow Pepper Mint Sauce with simple prep steps and serving suggestions.
Settlement Rates for Corn Loan Settlements Described
A discussion outlines how settlement rates apply to corn with 10.7 percent damage at loan time and 7.2 percent damage at delivery. It notes the rate would be 6 cents below the county rate at loan and 2 cents below the 1954 county loan rate at delivery, with discounts measured against current terms.
Reform Association Organized in Marshall 1857
The Farmers and Merchants Benevolent organ in Marshall formed January 30, 1857 to promote benevolence and health, urging cleanliness, economy of time and resources, and social advancement. Cautions that trouble awaits anyone who thinks he is too good for his job.
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Marshall
Better Varieties Up Crop Yields
Iowa State College conducts annual farm crop trials to compare varieties under varying soils and climates. I J Johnson and W H Bragonier summarize recommended varieties by crop and maturity, listing oats, barley, flax, spring wheat, and soybeans with regional suitability notes and performance.
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Iowa
Iowa State College
I. J. Johnson
W. H. Bragonier
Bonham
Cherokee
Nemaha
Andrew
Clinton
Clintland
Ajax
Clintate
Bonds
Clarion
Marion
Sauk
Plains
Dakots
Kato
Victory
Henry, Lee and
Rushmore
Blackhawk
Hawkeyes
Adam and
Take Overall Look At Farm Practice
James J. Wallace of the Iowa State College Agricultural Foundation urges a total return approach. He says tenants and landlords should evaluate farming practices by how they add to the whole operation, guiding stock, fertilization, machinery, and labor decisions to maximize income and continued tenancy.
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James J. Wallace
Iowa State College Agricultural Foundation
Wallace
Iowa
The
Agricultural Foundation
Iyeara
Wildlife Plant Packets Available To Iowa Sportsmen
The State Conservation Commission offers wildlife planting packets for Iowa sportsmen and farmers for the first time since 1946. Three regional packets—northern/eastern, western, and southern Iowa—cost 3.75 dollars each, contain 175 selected plants. Orders are limited to 165 packets per type, with full instructions and planting guides provided.
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State Conservation Commission
Iowa
Commission
Pole Buildings Grow in Popularity in the Midwest
Iowa State College extension agricultural engineer Ralph Hansen notes pole construction is gaining favor for farm buildings in Iowa and the Midwest due to speed and lower material costs. He warns inexperienced builders may face problems with larger structures and urges farmers to weigh all factors before choosing this method and plan.
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Iowa
Midwest
Ralph Hansen
Iowa State College
Hansen
Combine Resources to Aid State College Foundation Farms
The Town State College Agricultural Foundation consolidates resources to pursue aims across multiple counties. Their farms span Woodbury Hancock Clayton Johnson Van Buren Clarke Warren Taylor and Cerro Gordo, indicating a broad regional operation.
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Town State College Agricultural Foundation
Woodbury
Hancock
Clayton, Johnson, van Buren, Clarke, Warren, Taylor and
Cerro Gordo Counties
Birdsfoot Trefoil Proves Hardy for Jasper County Farms
Jasper County farmers find birdsfoot trefoil a hardy permanent legume suitable for rough ground. An Empire strain struggled with crown and root rot, while the native stand established after soil grading and diking. Frost and heavy grazing do not permanently damage third foot trefoil. follow soil and extension guidelines for best results.
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Jasper County
Jasper
Early start as Iowa whisker grow begins after Easter
Mike Fisher of that city begins the early start by shaving cessation for the observance next summer. He has already put his razor away for the duration.
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Iowa
Mike Fisher
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Reform Association Organized
Interior Decorator
Dito
Cobre Golly
van den Berg
van Wyngarden
Carl Vander
Central Reformed
Oskaloosa
Cyclamen
Nick
Sportsmen
ST. Time
Celd
Bulova
Federal
Dolly Madison Expatrietieat
de Vries Jewelry Co
Dalt Nroad
Soil Conservation Office
County Extension Office
Chicke
van Gorp Hatchery
Pella
Bakker
Rus
Farm Seeds
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