USDA Buys Eggs To Bolster Prices Amid Drop
The USDA starts an egg buying program for the first time since 1952 to support prices down one third from last year. Purchases will supply school lunch programs and charities while frozen turkeys are bought during peak season. Researchers at West Virginia University study egg shell strength to guide selective breeding and note stronger shells reduce losses.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Eyg
Henson
West Virginia University Agricultural Experiment Statin
WVU
New
New USDA Leaflet Details Alfalfa Weevil Control
The U S Department of Agriculture publishes Leaflet No 368 The Alfalfa Weevil How to Control It describing life cycle and region specific crop management and insecticide use. It notes a black wasp may kill 80 90 percent of early larvae in the west and is being introduced to eastern infested areas. It also covers pesticide handling and grazing waiting times. Free copies available from Washington 23 D C Office of Information.
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Department of Agriculture
Office of Information
U.S. Department , Agriculture
Washington
Time to seed lawn and soil tips for better turf
The article advises seeding now for best results with September planting and fall timing. It lists soil drainage, open subsoil, manure or peat amendments, lime tests, and a detailed seed mix of Merion bine and other grasses, plus fertilizer rates and sowing method. It notes overall farm labor declines since World War II.
Specialist outlines common plant damage causes
Virginia Tech plant pathologist S B Fenne lists frequent damage sources for trees and shrubs. Wind scorch from dry foliage, sun sensitivity in certain species, improper watering practices, overfertilizing, gas leaks near curbs, and root infections can all injure plants. proper irrigation and care mitigate risk.
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S. B. Fenne
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
VPI Pathology Laboratories
Cutback in Broiler Chick Placements Debate Grows
The National Broiler Council urges a broad reduction in broiler chick placements as prices fall to 16 to 17 cents in places. State by state reports show widespread cuts or planned reductions through October with industry leaders warning that only deep cutbacks can balance supply and prevent further price declines.
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Richmond
North Carolina
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Tharina Hadrlaning
Tone Akicbe
C. Larkin
U.S. Department
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Poultry Division
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I State Organization
Ers
Oscar A. Boust
Princeton
W. Va
Feed One Feed Company
F Rom
Boyst
S. Department of Agriculture
Coreroiler
South Carolina
Tennessee
Virginia
West J
Virginga
American Feed Manufacturers Association
Council Regional Poultry Organi
Lighting dairy barns for better work and safety
Dairy barns require good lighting to maintain cleanliness and spot injuries. The Industry Committee on Interior Wiring Design offers recommendations for incandescent and fluorescent setups, with outlets per stalls and along alleys, plus individual wall switches to control each area. Proper lighting reduces accidents and improves efficiency.
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Ira Miller
Industry Committee
Nitrogen Loss Tied to Erosion and Soil Loss
Agricultural researchers say nitrogen loss stems from erosion leaching and gaseous loss. recovery is higher when fertilizer is applied just before crop uptake. Sandy soils and unused nitrogen from prior seasons increase losses, while soil organic matter and timely application improve uptake and reduce waste.
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U. S. Department of Farmers
Yearling Steers Studied for Efficient Beef Production
VPI Agricultural Experiment Station at Glade Spring studies methods to finish yearling steers with minimal grain by maximizing pasture. Researchers seek feeding times and practices to produce 800 to choke carcasses weighing 850 to 1,000 pounds while meeting demand for lighter grade carcasses. Wheat storage concerns include rodent and insect control.
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Glade Spring
VPI Agricultural Experiment Station
Virginia
VPI
Not Much Profit In Average Cows
Ohio State University economist Ross Milner analyzes 60 above average dairy farms in Ohio. The group averaged 24 cows and 9 360 pounds of milk yearly, earning about 3 400 dollars, with milk at 3 77 per hundredweight. Milner notes that farms with higher output paid about 7 300 dollars despite similar herd sizes, tied to better yields and management.
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Ross Milner
Ohio State University Extension
Ohio
Milner
Rules for Safe Harvest: Corn Picking Machines
Instructions from E. Smith of Virginia Tech on safe operation and adjustment of mechanical corn pickers. Emphasizes checking gear, clearances, tension, and fan function to prevent injuries and reduce losses. Recommends slow speeds, prompt moistures checks, and adherence to manuals for hedge trimming and maintenance. Continuous vigilance minimizes injuries and damaged ears.
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Smith
Virgina Polytechnic Institute
Local FHA Workers Attend State Meeting at Jacksons Mill
Beckley Farm ers Home Administration office will close through Thursday as staff join the state FHA meeting at Jacksons Mill. Delegates include William F. Patton and Mrs. C. M. Peek. Kenneth W. Shaffer heads the event with M. H. Holliday Jr. speaking. Also noted are farming statistics and safety tips for harvest and machinery.
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Beckley
Farmers Home Administration
FHA
Jackson's Mill
William F. Patton
C. M. Peek
Federal Agency
Kenneth W. Shaffer
M. H. Holliday Jr
Washington, D. C
Avoid Grinding Hay With Cow Rations
Dr. William S. Griffith of Virginia Tech warns against grinding hay for cow rations. Grinding lowers hay value and fat content in milk, disrupts digestion, and reduces fiber digestion by over a third. He notes chopped hay suits poultry and hogs, not cattle, and grinding may waste money for dairymen.
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William S. Griffith
VPI
Griffith
Soil Fertilization Aids in Four Ways
The article outlines four benefits of fertilization including improved soil nutrients, better water retention, and higher crop yields. It notes fewer acres needed for same output, increased microbial life, and that fertilizer boosts water use efficiency without harming soil life. It cautions against myths about fertilizer harming soil or crops.
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Iowa
Missouri
Poultry Market Report for Shenandoah Valley Area
Live poultry market barely steady with very light demand in KISONBURG Virginia and surrounding Shenandoah Valley. Prices at farm for week ending Sept 22 show broilers 18 to 19 pounds 24 percent, heavy hens 16 to 17, turkeys steady with fryers 25, heavy hens 26, toms 24. Weekly purchases totaled 816 809 pounds with an average 18 22 per hundredweight.
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Andkisonburg
Shenandoah Valley
Extra fat fed to turkeys boosts early growth gains
USDA tests at Beltsville show turkeys given 8 percent stabilized lard in an all-vegetable diet gained more weight per pound of feed than controls. Early maturing Beltsville Small White and Broad Breasted White poults showed faster growth for six to ten weeks, with feed efficiency improving but long term economics depending on fat costs.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
USDA
Agricultural Research Center
Beltsville
Turkey
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