Deep root legumes boost yields and soil health in crop rotation
Ohio soil experts report in field tests at Paulding experiment farm that including deep rooted legumes like alfalfa in a corn rotation increases yields by about 30 bushels and enhances soil structure. Continuous corn depleted organic matter, reduced drainage, and stifled root growth, while Alfalfa rotation kept soil open, improved mineralized organic matter, and improved moisture storage for crops.
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Proper Farm Belt Care Extends Machinery Service Life
Proper care of flat belts drives threshers silage cutters buzz-saws and other farm machines to prolong life prevent breakdowns and costly repairs. Key tips include splash guards to shield oil vulcanized splices avoid metal fasteners remove oil with dry cleaning fluid store belts in a dark cool dry place keep pulleys clean ensure correct alignment maintain belt tension and order by part number.
Secret of Brooder Heat Covers Hatchery Chicks
The double socket directs heat outward for uniform warmth and better coverage avoiding crowding in the center, helping housewives and farmers when receiving hatchery chicks.
Farm families grow gardens aid U S food supply
A United States Department of Agriculture survey shows five million of six million farm families grew home gardens last year. Nearly all canned food and about two and a half million stored garden produce in freezers, contributing to ample food in the United States.
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