Wheat Planting Advice For Nebraska Farmers
Lincoln 1- i farmers should ensure their winter wheat is truly lost before planting spring wheat says J C Swinbank University of Nebraska Extension agronomist. Experiments over 13 years show February planted winter wheat can sprout and yield similarly to spring wheat sown in March. If needed plant spring wheat, recommended Nebraska varieties are Selkirk Rushmore and Lee. certified seed must be bought outside the state though some uncertified seed exists in western Nebraska.
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Lincoln
J. C. Swinbank
Swinbank
Nebraska
Selkirk
Rushmore
Lee
Semi-Dwarf Wheat Strains Tested by NU Experts
Nebraska crop scientists with several state researchers push semi-dwarf wheat similar to soft wheat varieties. High yields with short straw reported, but needs stiffer straw, higher test weight, better seed color, winter hardiness, and improved milling and baking. No seed is yet released. adaptation favors early planting and disease resistance noted.
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Lincoln
University of Nebraska
Nebraska Experiment Station
Duane Foote
Nebraska Grain Improvement Association
Northwern
Washington “Experiment Station
U. S
Washington
Ridding Contamination Source Is First Step In Cleaning A Well
M L Mumgaard University of Nebraska Extension engineer says eliminating contamination source is key. Contamination may come from surface drainage or underground sources near livestock lots or low farmstead areas. Remove drainage away from the well, raise the well top one foot above ground, and cap or extend as needed to prevent ingress.
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Lincoln
M. L. Mumgaard
University of Nebraska
Mumgaard
Well Rehabilitation Instructions From Mumgaard
The Sidney Celegraph Farm Page outlines steps to fix a contaminated well. Build concrete platforms around the well and seal it, then remove contamination and disinfect by pumping water, chlorinating with household chlorine or chloride of lime, recirculating, and pumping rinse water to waste. A lab test should follow to verify potability.
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Mumgaard
Best native grasses for sandy range seeding at Fort Robinson
University of Nebraska Extension range specialist Donald F. Burzlaff says Nebraska sand lands suit a local mix of big bluestem Indian grass little bluestem switch grass and sand lovegrass. He advises per acre seeding minimums of 12 lb bluestem mix 30 percent purity 50 percent germination, 5 lb switchgrass and 1 lb sand lovegrass.
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Fort Robinson
Donald F. Burzlaff
University of Nebraska Extension
Fort Robinson Research Station
Nebraska
Fremont Funeral Ties Stirring Visits Across Town
Mr and Mrs Lavern Bauer and boys traveled to Fremont for a funeral of his uncle. Multiple local families hosted and visited one another through the week. Floyd Bruns hosted and visited Payne and Borges households while James Payne and neighbors shared meals and calls across Dalton and surrounding areas.
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Lavern Bauer
Fremont
R. R. Marshall
Floyd Bruns
I Sterling
Colo
Clarence Horst
James Payne
Floyd Munter
Arden
Frank Meier
Sidney
Hooper
Nebr
George Bailey
Walter Dykman
Kenny Dennis Borges
Randy Horst
Irene Thompson
Edwin Boehmer
Armaine Oahen
Ron Hunt
Jody
James Paynes
Caleb Payne
Floyd Miller
Mel and
Gene Payne
Edward Borges
Dennis
Dale Whitefoot
Peetz
Carl Jurgens
Harold
Franklin Borges
Dalton
Richie Thompson
Paul Huff
Lloyd Dykman
Archie
Canada shifts from rural to urban living by 1891
In 1891 more than two thirds of Canadians lived in rural areas, contrasting with today where about two thirds reside in urban centers. The note highlights a pivotal demographic transition and marks the historical urbanization trend.
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Canada
Gunmakers in Great Batar Lose Niche to Modern Industry
Gunmakers in Great Batar once valued by grouse hunters as artists faded after World War II. They shifted to precision industries seeking larger salaries and steadier work.
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Great Batar
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