Farm Corner notes diversification and rising irrigation
In a December 1966 Home & Garden feature the Farm Corner column discusses diversification in farming, including late crops, hay hauling, and increased liver stock feeding. It highlights irrigation growth with wells over 200 and nearly 15,000 irrigated acres, plus winter wheat conditions and potential weather risks. The piece also offers a Christmas tree preservation recipe using Green Garde horticultural iron, corn syrup, and household bleach to keep trees green and sturdy through the season.
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Roger Plantz
Soil Conservation Service
Denver
Glassburn Floral
Home & Garden
Low Roughage Diets Boost Finish for Cattle, Nebraska study says
York University of Nebraska nutritionist Dr. Walter Woods told the Nebraska Livestock Feeders Association that low roughage rations give more consistent gain and better feed efficiency, with five to 15 percent hay equivalent of total ration yielding near optimum results. He noted silage and hay are equally effective for roughage, warned that low roughage can raise liver condemnation risk, and compared urea, soybean, and energy levels in finishing versus growing rations. Calcium at about 0.28 to 0.37 percent (air dry) emerged as linked to maximum gains.
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York - University of Nebraska
Walter Woods
Nebraska Livestock Feeders Association
Woods
Forage and Rice Advice From University Experts
An extracted briefing notes beef cattle rationing and forage processing research at a university, touching on optimal corn silage levels and the value of silage versus hay. It also outlines methods to utilize supplements, nitrogen sources, and forage processing to boost beef diets, plus a separate feature on rice preparation and varieties with cooking tips and nutritional notes.
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Matisse
New Yorks Museum OF Modern Art
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