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Newspaper
Salisbury Evening Times
Location
Salisbury, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1925
Page
2
A compilation of farm visits and observations in Wicomico County noting crop trials, fertilizer strategies, and seed varieties. Highlights include Carl Twilley’s fertilizer work, Ed Insley’s pink meats, and remarks on cucumber strains and dairy day plans at Cambridge.
The article describes beetle and mite infestations on vegetables with damage patterns and home remedies. It notes beetles may be sprayed with lead arsenate and Bordeaux mixture as repellents while careful handling is advised to avoid skin blisters. Mites weaken plants by sucking juices, leaving yellowed leaves and webs. Rowers of copper or Bordeaux sprays help, and early treatment is crucial to prevent plant death.
The piece discusses farming as a business and the uncertain rewards of various trades. It notes ongoing competition, fluctuating prices due to supply and demand, and the shifting economics of land and labor. It argues land scarcity and better cultivation as paths to value, comparing farming to investments and home needs.
The article explains early canning methods for fresh vegetables. It stresses picking in the early evening, washing thoroughly, and trimming. Vegetables are blanched and cooled, then packed tightly before processing to preserve flavor and texture.
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