Keep Your Cows Comfortable in Rising Temperatures
Dairy cows suffer under heat stress as temperatures rise. Producer guidance from Iowa State University dairy specialist R E Whitmore notes cows perform well only up to mid 70s Fahrenheit, with heat and thirst reducing comfort and profit.
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R. E. Whitmore
Iowa State University
Dairy cattle heat relief and feed water guidance from Whitmore
The article outlines herd comfort measures including shade, air movement, loose housing, insulated roofs, exterior feed bunks, and free water access. It notes cows may drink up to 35 gallons daily in heat, favors automatic waterers, and stresses constant salt availability. Fly control and automatic sprayers are encouraged.
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Reseal Program for Farm Stored Corn Expanded
The U S Department of Agriculture announced a reseal program to continue price support loans on 1965 crop corn in farm storage. It will cover corn from the 1964 1968 and 1962 crops under a wider reseal. The Commodity Credit Corporation will call loans before July 31 on resealed corn from 1961.
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Living Memorials honor six O’Brien County residents
Hope Through ACS announces Living Memorials in memory of six O’Brien County residents over the past year. Contributions support the American Cancer Society Town Division to help battle cancer, Iowa’s second greatest killer.
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O'Brien County
American Cancer Society
Living Memorials program funds aid cancer patients research
The Iowa Division ACS reports Memorials continue to honor loved ones with monthly contributions of 200 men, up to 5 000 dollars. funds support education, patient services, and research. Memorials list the deceased for whom memorials are established, and letters with cards are sent to families. Memorials since 1965 include names like John Boote Sr and Timon Roetman Pt NWi/4 26-97-45.
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Jane Kaupp
Vinian
Living Memorials
John Boote, Sr
Timon Roetman
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