Special Care of Seed Corn And Milk Handling Tips
Agricultural notes counsel seed corn selection and prompt drying to boost next yields. Also guidance on milk storage, cleanliness, and utensil hygiene to prevent bacterial growth, plus shoe repair leather prep and tacking techniques for a secure half sole fit.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Summer Sausage A Worldly Treat For American Tables
American diners have largely ignored dry or summer sausage, though it is a compact nourishing and economical food. In Europe it is a staple enjoyed across classes, with use as a sandwich filler or lunch Meats. Dry sausage requires no cooking and varies from smoked to simply spiced cures.
Milk Handling in Kitchen and Refrigerator Practices
Milk should be cooled promptly after delivery and kept in a clean cool place until use. Transfer to freshly scalded vessels, avoid exposing to dusty air, and use glass jars for measured milk. Keep bottles clean, refrigerate properly, and inspect the refrigerator weekly for cleanliness and proper ice drainage.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Parcel Post Links Farmers to City Consumers
Farmers benefit from parcel post by selling fresh high grade produce within 150 miles of cities. The system supports direct producer consumer deals with mutual profit and growing shipments. Farmers who use parcel post maintain quality, package well, and meet commitments promptly, while buyers follow sound business practices. Parcel Post Business Methods Bulletin 922 offers detailed guidance on acquiring customers and running the venture with sample forms.
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Manny
Parcel Post
Farmers’ Bulletin
United States Department of Agriculture
Division of Publications
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Gardener Advises Feeding Roses Before Winter
The old gardener recommends feeding rose bushes now to build vigor for winter. Any fertilizer works, but bone meal is especially advised, with soot, wood ashes, or old plaster also helpful for sweet soil and nourishment.
Half Soling Shoes Repair Guide
The United States Department of Agriculture explains how to half soles worn shoes. Learn to prepare the shoe with a last hammer clinch nails knife and burnisher. Purchase nails and leather in suitable sizes and replace the worn sole by removing the old one and fitting new half soles.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Wild Cucumber Discovery Ties Mosaic Disease to Pickle Cucumber Belt
The USDA identifies wild cucumbers as the primary vector carrying mosaic or white pickle disease from year to year. Seed from diseased plants overwinters and reappears in spring, while insects moving from wild to cultivated crops spread the illness. Eradication efforts aim to curb the disease in pickle regions through removal of wild cucumbers.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Advertisement in The Telegraph Delivers County Results
An advertisement in The Telegraph proves effective by reaching a majority of county residents, driving notable engagement and outcomes across the area.
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Telegraph
Kanred Wheat Not Inferior in Milling Quality, Says Farm Bureau
Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation confirms Kanred wheat milling quality matches or exceeds Turkey red tests in multiple counties. A Lexington chemist found gluten percentages near Turkey red levels, supporting Farm Bureau claims and advising farmers to reject Kanred checks. Secretary H D Lute travels to Washington for interstate freight rate hearing August 15 with compiled comparisons of pre war to current freight rates and prices.
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Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation
Alvah R. Woeht
Dawson County
Wehr
Lexington Mill & Elevator Company
GC. T. White
Lexington
Chappell
Genoa
Nebraska
H. D. Lute
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Tute
J. W. Shorthill
Nebraska Co-Operative Grain and Livestock Company
Mr. Lute
State Railway Commission
F. M. Deweese
Farm Bureau Federation Legal Department
Comparative costs show grain transport to market exceed corn value
Analysis uses Nebraska grain shipments to Galveston and interior Texas to illustrate transport costs. It cites figures such as 1440 bushels needed to move 1375 to Galveston and 748 bushels for Chicago freight, with corn valued at 3 cents per bushel in Wahoo. The piece also notes wool rebate payments during WWII, advising Nebraska growers to contact the Farm Bureau if rebates are missing and explaining government pricing and excess profits rebates.
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Seaboard
Galveston
Nebraska
Wahoo
Texas
Chicago
Disking Kills Weeds in Field After Harvest
USDA studies show using a harrow or disk after harvest reduces next year weed trouble, especially in the north. Ground stirring prompts near surface seeds to germinate, later killed by fall plowing or cold. Caution for ragweed foxtail as seeds mature soon after harvest. turning under before maturity essential. No place like home. See us about one, SIDNEY LUMBER CO.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Sidney Lumber CO
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Gheyenne County
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HW. D. Lute
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American Farm Bureau Federation
Scottsbluff
B. P. Hamilton
Cheyenne County Lumber Co
A. E. Phelps
Mgr