Bacteria and Legumes Aids Nitrogen Fixing Studies
Illinois researcher Pervier notes soil history affects cowpea tubercle formation. Bacteria are essential for nitrogen fixation in clover and beans, with debate on whether different legumes host distinct tubercle bacteria. Inoculation from manure may help, but efficacy varies. funding limits impede statewide agricultural inspection and disease control.
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Clayton
Pervier
Illinois
Department of Agriculture
Ita
Nobbe
IL Wells
Nebraska State University Needs State Aid and Growth
The Nebraska University regents urge higher state funding citing student attendance drop over two years due to private college competition higher costs and tuition for non residents plus increased cost of living. They seek a large agricultural building a domestic science department an engineering college and a physics building. Over the past two years only a stock barn was erected.
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Nebraska University
Ravages of the San Jose Scale Across States
Entomology experts warned of immense orchard damage from the San Jose scale and the warned laws have proved wise. The pest invades eastern fruit regions, with Michigan reporting thousands of dead or dying trees and vast infestation. Nursery stock remains the primary carrier, and stronger inspection funding and laws are urged to curb spread nationwide.
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San Jose
Lkely
Michigan
L. R. Taft
Rocky Mountains
Maine
Nova Scotia
North Carolina
Keeping Hogs Healthy by Moving Yards and Clean Practices
Geo. W. Brown of Hancock County Ohio describes hog health practices to combat cholera and swine plague. He rejects permanent yards, using movable five by five foot houses on sleds, shifting locations, plowing enriched soil, and uprooting wallows for cleaner, healthier stock and fertility.
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Geo. W. Brown
Hancock Co. O
Great Britain starts key push in agricultural education
The Board of Agriculture in Great Britain reports a new push in agricultural education and research with grants totaling 38700 dollars last year. Fruit stations were established in two countries, and new classrooms dormitories and labs were added to the Wye agricultural college. A group of educational buildings was completed at Garforth Yorkshire farm.
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Great Britain
Board of Agriculture of Great Britain
Agricultural College
Wye
Yorkshire Farm
Garforth
Prof Blair Calls for Proper Spraying Equipment
Prof Blair warns against using any ordinary pump or nozzle for spraying. He urges obtaining the best apparatus and a powerful pump to ensure the mist-like spray essential for effective application.
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Blair
Wisconsin Dairymen Convene at Fond du Lac Meeting
The thirty first annual Wisconsin State Dairymen Association gathering ran Feb 11 to 18 in Fond du Lac with large attendance from the region. Talks covered cheese and creamery economics, silage benefits, home making, farming by clergy, and need for better factories, curing rooms, and inspectors. Officials elected: President J Q Emery, Secretary G W Burchard, Treasurer H K Loomis.
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Wisconsin State Dairymen’s Association
Fond du Lac
Stout Manual Training School
Menomonie
J. Q. Emery
Wisconsin
C. P. Goodrich
Adda F. Howle
Sabin Halsey
BH. L. Aderhold
John B. McCready
W. D. Hoard
Henry
Canada
Clark
Hoard
D. W. Howle, Jr
Sunny Peak
H. B. Gurler
Bynery
Gunner
W. A. Henry
U. S. Baer
G. W. Burchard
H. K. Loomis
James Q. Moore
Association
How to prepare shells for a collection in St Nicholas
A reader asks for shell preparation guidance. Wash shells to remove mud, use an old toothbrush, soak in weak alcohol to remove soft parts, or boil gently in cold water to soften. Do not drop shells into boiling water. Remove soft parts with pin or tweezers, then polish with brush or cloth. For skins apply a tiny vaseline, then rub off excess with flannel.
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St. Nicholas
Nature and Science
Exercising Brood Sows In Winter For Health And Farrowing
The article argues sows carrying litters should have exercise to promote blood circulation, prevent constipation, and improve pig vitality. It suggests spreading food in a yard with fodder and bedding to encourage rooting, warns against sedentary feeding, and notes muddy yards reduce feed efficiency and health. It emphasizes choosing safe exercise in clean, dry areas and links proper exercise to better milk production and stronger piglets.
Molasses touted as horse feed sparks debate
A mild sensation grips horse owners in major cities as articles claim molasses suits work and carriage horses as well as oats. An army veterinarian and a refinery vet with abundant molasses to sell note the discussion, examining claims about this sweet feed.
Silk Worm Silk Industry Plans for 1903 in North Carolina
North Carolina Department of Agriculture outlines a small but hopeful 1902 cocoon crop and announces plans to expand in 1903 with improved methods and equipment. It notes cocoons sold in New York, egg prices by weight, and deadlines for applications by March 1. The season runs from April 20 to June 1, with guidance in Bulletin No. 181.
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No Carolina
North Carolina Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Agriculture
Secretary of Agriculture
Wasington
D. C
North Carolina
The
North Carolina Experiment Station
Those who have the most faith in mankind sometimes rent boxes
A terse aphorism notes that belief in human goodness may lead people to seek safety by renting storage boxes to secure deposits or valuables.
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Nebraska State University
Joce
Great Britain and Agricultural Education
Dcdoddeh
Dairymen’s Convention
Charles L. Hill
Euclid N. Cobb
Buff Jersey
Fred Rietbrock
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