Fit Horses Now for Spring Work
A Michigan State College expert urges proper conditioning for horses before spring work. He covers feeding for thin animals, correct collar fit, sweat pads, cooling routines, grooming, and water practices to toughen shoulders and prevent galls.
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R.S. Hudson
Animal Husbandry Department
Michigan State College
Michigan Tops Nation in Alfalfa and Beans Production
Michigan ranks first in national production of alfalfa and field beans with Cher- Fries leading the state's agricultural gains in 1936. Farmers report diverse crops and stronger profits, boosting state ranks in crops and livestock nationwide.
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Planting a Half Acre Garden For Eight Dollars
H L Seaton of Michigan State College says a half acre garden can be planted for eight to nine dollars with seed and plants for 20 to 30 varieties, enough for a year. Planting should start within two weeks where soil can be worked, with early crops getting a more permanent corn-…
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Seaton
Mr. Seaton
H. L. Seaton
Michigan State College
Hast Lansing
Sheep shows urged as Michigan men prep for fairs
Michigan sheepmen are urged to prepare for 1936 county and state fair fleece contests and for Farmers Week 1937. D. D. LaVoi of Michigan State College notes $500 in premiums for fleece. winning fleeces go to Chicago IL and Portland OR shows. A master flockmaster certificate rewards 100 pounds lamb per ewe in 135 days. Enrollment from county agents or MSU. Evidently Osborn backs Couzens for another term if Republicans win.
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D. D. LaVoi
Michigan State College
Chicago
Portland
Oregon
County Agricultural Agent
Animal Husbandry Department
Hast Lansing
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