Wheat heading seen in Sidney area may signal early harvest
In the Sidney Telegraph Farm Page, Ivan Liljegren notes wheat in a field four miles west of Sidney headed early, suggesting mid July harvest if warm weather continues. He reports on fertilizer tests, lightning protection information, and farmyard tree and lawn care advice from local observations and University of Nebraska extension notes.
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Ivan Liljegren
Biff Mohart
Sidney
Marshall’ of
Lincoln
Farmers Vote on Market Quotas Across Wheat States
Wheat growers in Nebraska and 37 other commercial states will vote on June 20 to determine if marketing quotas will be in effect next year. Extension economist Everett E. Peterson of the University of Nebraska says acreage allotments on wheat will apply regardless of the voting outcome.
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Nebraska
Everett E. Peterson
University of Nebraska
Farmers Gain With Storage Facilities
E A Olson Extension engineer at the University of Nebraska notes that government grain resealing programs on farms may allow farmers to add storage. He says costs can be recouped in two to three years and advises including drying facilities for heat or natural air to preserve crop quality.
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E. A. Olson
University of Nebraska
Marketing quotas debated for next year's wheat plan
University of Nebraska economist Everett E. Peterson notes 37 states vote June 20 on marketing quotas for 1959 wheat. Quotas are tied to acreage allotments. two thirds yes needed. If approved, farm quotas determine production on allotments. price supports and penalties hinge on compliance. Local voting places will be announced by county ASCS offices.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Office
Peterson
Sweet Corn Is Spring Treat
A nostalgic look at how fresh sweet corn signals seasonal festivity from the old summer kitchen to modern patio grilling. The piece contrasts family farm dinners with contemporary backyard barbecues, recalling communal feasts, corn steaming, buttered ears, and the joy of shared meals across generations.
Sorghum Weed Control With 2 4 D And Randox
J C Swinbank University of Nebraska extension agronomist says 2 4 D cannot be used pre emergence on sorghum and is best used when plants are 6 to 8 inches high or after seed set. Avoid spraying under 4 inches tall or during flowering. Randox is the only common pre emergence option at 4 to 6 pounds per acre, most effective on grassy weeds and pigweeds. Dry surface soil at application aids results.
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J. C. Swinbank
Extension Agronomist
University of Nebraska
Nebraska
Swinbank
Reduce Drying Costs By Greater Utility
Crop drying costs can be reduced by spreading the use of drying equipment for all crops, according to E A Olson extension engineer at the University of Ne.
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E. A. Olson
University of Nebraska
Zippy cheese sauce and gingerbread dessert idea
Create a quick cheese sauce by melting processed cheese in milk and adding tabasco or cayenne for heat. For dessert bake a packaged gingerbread mix, serve with apple sauce and cinnamon, then broil until bubbly.
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