Farm Productivity Must Be Increased
Dr. George N. Hoffer of Lafayette Indiana warns farmers they are selling soil fertility capital for short term profit. He argues agricultural research and scientific practice boost productivity, noting soil tests reveal nutrient needs and deficiencies such as nitrogen phosphorus boron and potash that can limit profits and trigger losses without proper fertilization. He cites erosion removals leaching and neglect as causes of fertility loss and says nearly all crops respond to soil treatment.
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George N. Hoffer
Agronomist
LaFayette
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Rabbit Not a Carrier of Tularemia
The article notes nearly 90 percent of human tularemia infections arise from contact with rabbits birds rodents and other animals but domestic rabbits rarely spread it. It matches findings from the American Medical Association and warns that penicillin is largely ineffective and care with carriers is advised, including rubber gloves when handling rabbits.
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American Medical Association
Knapsack Feed Box Design Specifications
A portable feed box for carts or carrying feed when wheels are impractical. Construct with light % inch plywood. Target size is 18 by 12 inches at the base and 12 inches tall for easy transport.
Danger of Drugs in Animal Health Markets
Federal attention focuses on retail and wholesale drug interests in livestock health. Farmers urged to buy only reliable, tested products from recognized authorities for their specific needs.
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