Local DHIA Tester Resigns and RDC to Interview Candidates
The Dairy Field Improvement Association board accepted the resignation of Jack Patton effective June 1 as he plans to attend college. O. C. Hutchison will interview candidates and arrange a temporary technician, with training at West Virginia University. The part time role involves monthly farm visits to take milk samples and maintain records for DHIA herds, aiming to expand the local DHIA membership. interested dairymen should notify the Rural Development Council in Beckley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Patton
Dairy Field Improvement Association
Association
Walter Patton
O. C. Hutchison
Sociation
Patton
Hutchison
West Virginia University
Rural Development Council
Beckley
DHIA
Social Security Now for Farmers
Farmers over 65 who paid into Social Security and meet income tests can apply for benefits now. West Virginia Extension Specialist Brundage explains eligibility, required papers, and that benefits rise 50 percent if the wife is over 65. Maximum yearly net earnings for benefits are $4,200 with year end adjustments possible.
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Kenneth P. Brundage
West Virginia University
Social Security Fund
Social Security Administration
Brundage
Social Security
Two Sheep Shearing Schools Planned in Raleigh County
Raleigh County farm agent H B Thomas schedules two sheep shearing and wool tying schools in May at the Noah Crotty Richmond District farm and H G Farmer Bolt farm. Ben Morgan of West Virginia University Extension will conduct. Dates to be announced later.
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Raleigh County
H. B. Thomas
Thomas
Noah Crotty
Richmond
H. G. Farmer
Bolt
Ben Morgan
West Virginia University
Agricultural Extension Service
Table Rock
Howard Scott
Shady Spring
Crotty
Eccles
Glen Daniel
Saxon
Posey
Contour farming lesson from a Young Farmer
A visiting observer chronicles a Saturday on a young farmer's field showing contour plowing. The 16 year old plows in one gear, a level running tractor, and the layout includes contour strips and sod waterways. The farmer explains erosion control and long term soil health from conservation farming.
Ocean temps below 82 degrees hinder hurricane formation
Studies indicate hurricanes do not form when sea surface temperatures are under 82 F. Researchers note warmer waters fuel storm development, while cooler seas suppress thunderstorm organization. Data from multiple basins show a threshold near 82 F for tropical cyclogenesis.
Grass and legume seed surpluses expected to lift use
Agronomists report large grass and legume seed supplies with prices well below last year. USDA data indicate lower costs and incentives to seed grasslands may boost spring use, while carryovers look small for many seeds and prices could rise next year if trends persist.
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VPI
USDA
Agricultural Market Service
Canada
United States
Kentucky Bluegrass
Sudan
Blight Resistant Tomato Sought by WVU Researchers
West Virginia University Agricultural Experiment Station researchers seek late blight resistant tomatoes. They tested wild and domestic varieties, selected two wild cherry lines, crossed them with Rutgers and others, and after five years developed promising selections. Seeds expected spring 1957 for field testing and possible release, with ongoing breeding to outpace evolving blight.
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West Virginia
West Virginia University Agricultural Experiment Station
Rutgers
Marglebe
Southland
United States
Europe
Annual Livestock Roundup Slated For April 17-19
Plans for the 33rd State Spring Livestock Roundup at Jackson’s Mill, April 17-19, are set with programs starting 2 p.m. on opening day under Dr. E. A. Livesay. Featured talks include Roland H. Mullinix on feeder calf programs and George W. Kitton on the Virginia Sheep Program. The 56th WV Livestock Association meeting begins 7:30 p.m. April 17, with concurrent meetings of the WV Livestock Marketing Association and WV Weed Marketing Association. The Hereford Breeders Dinner is April 18 at 6 p.m. with L. S. Hartley toastmaster and Roger E. Roberts presiding. The 22nd Spring Hereford Show starts April 19 at 9 a.m. with judge Adam McWilliam. cattle sell at 1 p.m. by Col. A. W. Hamilton.
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Jackson’s Mill
Joe Emch
West Virginia University
Emch
E. A. Livesay
Roland H. Mullinix
Woodbine
West Virginia
Mullinix
George W. Kitton
West Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Blacksburg
Howard R. Taylor
West Virginia Hereford Breeders’ Association
L. S. Hartley
Roger E. Roberts
Adam McWilliam
Chino Farms
Chestertown
A. W. Hamilton
Lewisburg
Burkwheat Named From German Term Buchweizen
Burkwheat is called buchweizen in German due to its kernels resembling beach nuts, a naming note reflecting language and seed shape.
Topdress Wheat For More Yields
West Virginia University trial data show early spring nitrogen topdressing boosts wheat yields. 25 to 75 pounds of nitrogen per acre increases output, with timing crucial. On other soils, recommendations adjust by soil type and prior yields, with 25 pounds per acre as a base for below 30 bushels.
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West Virginia University Agricultural Experiment Station
Ohio Valley Experiment Station
Point Pleasant
Reymann
Farm Price Trend Continues Down
West Virginia farmers faced a continuing price decline in mid March with the March 15 all commodity index at 235 percent of the 1910 to 1914 base. Wheat rose to 1.95 per bushel, oats 81 cents, corn 1.46, barley 1.10, rye 1.40, buckwheat fell to 1.35, potatoes up to 1.60, and mixed livestock prices mostly down from February. Beef cattle 13.10 per hundredweight, sheep 5.90, lambs 18.80, calves 20, hogs 12.40, milk cows 110, poultry and turkeys mixed, milk 4.75 per hundredweight. Hay at 27.70 per ton, feed costs steady versus February.
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Charleston
West Virginia
Federal State Crop Reporting Service
ABC to Enforce 10 A. M. Service Call Regulation
ABC to enforce a 10 am service call rule for farm technician visits under the Beckley Artificial Breeders Cooperative. Frank Dearing says calls must be placed before 10 am on the day of service or the technician will reach the farm by noon the next day. Growing demand prompts this regulation to ensure timely routes and prevent missed requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley Artificial Breeders Cooperative
Frank Dearing
ABC
ABC Board of Directors
Dearing Eaid
Poultry Prices Report From Harrisonburg Virginia Market
Live poultry market is about steady with demand slightly improved. Prices at farm for 24 hours ending noon yesterday show broilers 19 to 19.42 pounds, heavy hens 22 to 24, small turkey fryers 30 to 42, mostly 30. Weekly broiler purchases totaled 661,200 head for week ended April 6 with weighted average 20.19 and a minus 1.8 percent change from prior week. Also notes Delaware tax figures amounting to about 60,000 dollars per square mile.
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Harrisonburg
Shenandoah Valley
U. S
Delaware
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