RDC Plans Protest Over FHA Office Closure in Fayetteville
The Rural Development Council met Tuesday to oppose the closing of the USDA Farmers Home Administration office in Fayetteville set for April 23. They urge retaining the Fayetteville office with head Ben Sharp, seek extra funds, and want eligibility expanded for part time farmers. They also consider backing from the Beckley area Chamber of Commerce and other groups. The meeting also noted a county agreement to deed Cranberry property to the state with a reversion clause for continued use as a producers market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rural Development Council
United States Department of Agriculture
Farmers Home Administration
Fayetteville
RDC
C. T. Shackelford
FHA
Charleston
Franklin Lilly
Cool Ridge
Beckley
Shackelford
Sharp
Beckley Area
Anderson
Simple Spring Soil Test Guides Time and Cost Savings
A spring soil test helps gardeners avoid wasteful lime and fertilizer usage. County agents or nurserymen perform tests, provide application rates per 100 square feet, and offer a written report. DIY kits exist but professional testing saves time and money for small gardens.
Four H Judging Events Set In State in July August
State 4 H judging contests for 1954 announced by C P Dorsey WVU Agricultural Extension Service. Dairy Cattle judging at Jacksons Mill on Aug 17. Vegetable judging and identification on Aug 26 at Jacksons Mill. Poultry judging Aug 25 and Livestock judging Aug 27 at the State Fair Lewisburg. Regional livestock judging contests set for Spencer July 5 Lewisburg July 7 Moorefield July 8 Morgantown July 9.
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C. P. Dorsey
Agricultural Extension Service
West Virginia University
Dorsey
Jackson's Mill
Lewisburg
Cosey
Spencer
Moorefield
Morgantown
Challenge in Broiler Production is Accepted
We of El Dorado accepted a broiler growing challenge last week after a dinner with a feed dealer who outlined industry trends. He warned one third of current growers face losses in 1954, one third break even, and one third profit, stressing efficient methods, housing cleanliness, ventilation, water access, and waste control while noting potential health risks and market opportunities for roaster operations and hogs as future investments.
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el Dorado
Raleigh County
Fl Dorado Farm
Nitrogen Speeds Pasture Stretching Hay Supplies
Ohio State University extension agronomist George Gist says applying 49 to 60 pounds of nitrogen per acre to bluegrass pastures in February or March helps stock get on pasture earlier and stretch shrinking hay supplies. He advises 400 to 600 pounds of 10-10 fertilizer per acre for last year’s drought, plus phosphorus and potash. for pure nitrogen options he suggests 250 pounds ammonium sulfate or 150 ammonium nitrate or 325 pounds nitrate of soda per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Gist
Extension Agronomist
Ohio State University
Gist
Fatherless Turkey Experiment Reported Before Congress
Washington agricultural researchers describe a parthenogenesis like event in turkeys after Dr Marlow Olsen incubated eggs from unmated females. About 15 percent began developing, a few embryos reaching seven to eight days. one hatched but died early. Further tests planned. unsure if the bird was truly fatherless.
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Washington
Theodore C. Byerly
Animal and Poultry Husbandry Research
Department of Agriculture
House Appropriations Committee
Byerly
Marlow Olsen
Olsen
Continued funds sought to fight white pine rust disease
U S Rep Robert C Byrd urged a congressional panel to restore funds for white pine blister rust control in West Virginia The program removes wild gooseberry bushes near pine stands to save timber valued at about 21 million dollars and to protect 344 million board feet of mature pine plus nearly 350 million from young stands The Rural Development Council Forestry Commission called for ongoing support noting a $24000 annual WV cost needed 1954 1961 Arbor Day plans in Raleigh County were also announced by E A Thomas and county foresters urged school programs with conservationists aid.
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West Virginia
U. S
Robert C. Byrd
Sophia
Byrd
Rural Development Council
Forestry Commission
C. T. Shackelford
RDC
Glendon Keaton
United States
Department of Agriculture
Keaton
Commission
E. A. Thomas
Raleigh County
Dairy DHIA Fees Cut to Five Dimes Per Cow
Beckley Dairy Herd Improvement Association lowers membership from 1 to 50 cents per cow. Rural Development Council Dairy Commission and DHIA board plan a drive to enroll more herds. Five herds currently participate with Jack Patton as full-time tester in Eccles. Interested dairymen urged to contact county agent or council. Dairy sale rescheduled from June to fall to appeal to more buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckley Dairy Herd Improvement Association
Rural Development Council
Dairy Commission
Dhia Board of Director
DHIA
Jack Patton
Eccles
Hay Forgotten Crop In Rotation At State FFA Show
Blue ribbon farm products led the state's 11th annual State FFA Ham Bacon and Egg Show auction in Charleston. Eugene Richman, 15, Kasson High School, Barbour County, sold grand champion eggs for 145 dollars to Country Produce Exchange. Kenneth Harper, Circleville High School Pendleton County, sold the grand champion ham for 51 dollars a pound to King's Restaurants. Arthur Eddy, Tyler County High School Middlebourne, sold grand champion bacon for 41 10 a pound to Bob Phillips Drive-In Restaurant. The top five dozen eggs sold, while the rest of the stock was auctioned to support young farmers. Experts warned livestock handling risks and stressed hay fertilization and rotation to boost yields and profits.
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Charleston
FFA
Eugene Richman
Kasson High School
Barbour County
Country Produce Exchange of
Future Farmers of America
King’s Restaurants of
Kenneth Harper
Circleville High School
Pendleton County
Arthur Eddy
Tyler County
Middlebourne
Bob Phillips
Poultry Market In Harrisonburg Receipts Steady
In Harrisonburg Virginia live poultry market steady with liberal offerings and fair demand. Farm prices reported for the noon yesterday show broilers and fryers over 3 pounds at 22 to 23 cents, heavy hens at 24 to 25. Week ending March 12 shows 14 percent under 3 pounds at 22 to 23, 58 percent at 3 to 3 1/2 pounds at 22 to 24, and 28 percent at 3 1/2 pounds and over at 22 to 25. total purchases down 16.3 percent from the prior week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisonburg
Mshenandoah Valley
Accurate Poultry Records Tell True Production Story
WVU Extension poultryman Ted R. Hash urges accurate record keeping to reveal real production figures. He notes two main poultry operations brood replacements and laying flocks, with costs like chick, feed, medication, and mortality tracked. Regular summaries and comparisons improve insights and profits.
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Ted R. Hash
West Virginia University
Hash
Poultryman
Celery as Appetizer and Salad Element
A note on stuffed celery as a welcoming appetizer and its versatility when served atop lettuce with a dressing, offering a simple salad variant.
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National Safety Council
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Lew Ayers
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