Poultry Study Shows Scale Benefits in Saskatchewan Farms
A study of 325 farms finds only 96 with poultry averaging 494 birds each. Largest flock 3100 hens, 60 percent have under 400. Larger producers earned about $1.40 per hen over feed costs, with three cents more per dozen eggs. Suggests high stake and market search improve returns. Saskatchewan Agriculture offers guidance books to help producers.
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Rainy season boosts hopes for Peace River harvest
The Herald-Tribune notes generous rainfall lifts moisture reserves across the Peace River country, easing drought fears after 1963’s dusty conditions. With urbanization rising, agriculture remains the economic pulse, and farm prosperity spills into nearby towns. The revival of farming over the past decade has stimulated growth and stability in northern communities.
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Sword-tail fish lives birth to young in fresh waters
The sword-tail, a small freshwater fish from Mexico, is viviparous, producing living young instead of eggs.
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Great Pyramid Built From Two Ton Blocks
The great pyramid of Egypt was constructed with blocks weighing about two and a half tons each. This item notes the massive scale of ancient stonework and highlights the heavy lifting involved in its erection.
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Tennessee Soldiers Dubbed Butternuts in Civil War Color
During the Civil War soldiers from Tennessee earned the nickname Butternuts due to the color of their uniforms. The label reflected regional pride and battlefield identity among Confederate troops.
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Purple skin warnings from sun overexposure
Vancouver dermatologist warns of a rare purple skin discoloration from excessive sun, especially for those on tranquilizers or certain foods. He notes overall sun danger and urges controlled exposure, warning that overlong beach sessions can cause lasting damage. A beach alarm clock is proposed to prevent overtoasting.
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