Field Day Cancelled at Madison County Experiment Farm
Cancellation of the field day and open house at the Madison County experiment farm announced today. The event had been scheduled for April 23. IT. Lovee, a friendly parakeet, is reported missing by owners Mr and Mrs James Walters. Waiters said the bird enjoys landing on shoulders and eye contact while declaring Birds don't talk. Chipper has a vocabulary of about 27 other words. natance.
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Madison County Experiment Farm
Lovee
James Walters
Chipper
Natance
Crop Acreage Plans Similar To Last Year
Columbus Ohio farmers plan similar crop acreages to 1951 with labor a likely limit on 1952 plantings. Wheat and sorghum production are set to rise, soybeans forecast to grow nationwide but fall in eastern north central states. Ohio aims to cut soybean area while oats and hay see small increases. potato and barley areas may shrink while tobacco rises.
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Columbus, O
Ohio State University
Mervin G. Smithh
Smith
Smyth
U. S
North Central States
Ohio
More Meat Seen Than Last Year
Columbus report from C F Christian of Ohio State University says Americans will eat more meat in 1952 than in 1951 with the average person likely consuming 2 or 3 pounds more. Total meat production is expected higher, possibly the largest since 1947 but below the four years before that. Prices for meat animals are softer this winter as demand steadies. fed cattle may fall with greater marketing while hog prices are expected to rise this summer.
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Columbus
C. F. Christian
Ohio State University
Christian
Spring Burning Harms Soil and Wildlife, Specialist Says
R K Davis extension wildlife specialist at Ohio State University said spring burning is an old fashioned practice that often does more harm than good. It destroys soil organic matter and soil life, increases erosion risk, favors weeds, lowers pasture yields, and disrupts wildlife nesting. He urges farmers to adopt better management instead of burning.
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Columbus
R. K. Davis
Ohio State University
Davis
Grasslands Seen Key To Solution Of Food Problem
Article outlines grasslands as essential to meeting rising food needs by 1975 as most productive land is already cultivated. Cites Dr. McVicker of the National Fertilizer Association, urges expansion of grassland for more meat, milk, and livestock products, with vitamins and feed benefits highlighted.
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United States
Malcolm H. McVicxar
National Fertilizer Association
New Holland Machine Company
Prasslands
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Nebraska
Iowa
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Wisconsin
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Bolens Tractor Proves Handy Farm Power Tool
The Bolens tractor, sold by Elyria Fence and Implement Co. on Oberlin Road, offers versatile power for gardeners and small farms. With a four cycle air cooled engine and steel frame, it can plow, cultivate, disc harrow, operate attachments, and reach varying speeds.
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Bolens
Elyria Fence and Implement Co
Oberlin Road
West Avenue
Tom Polen
Sees Boost In Average Corn Yield Possible
Ohio farmers may reach 100 bushels per acre through better soil and cultural practices. OSU agronomist E P Reed notes higher yielding hybrids, tailored planting rates, and increased fertilizer use, plus cover crops like grasses and legumes, could lift average yields from about 50 to 100 bushels.
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Columbus
Ohio
E. P. Reed
Ohio State University
Reed
Citrus Fruit And Eggs On April Plentiful List
The U S Department of Agriculture reports plentiful and economical foods for April including record egg production in February and abundant citrus supplies. Also available are chicken pork frozen fish cabbage carrots and dried fruits with lower prices for lard shortening and salad oil.
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Columbus
United States Department of Agriculture
Department
Sick soils nursed back to health through tests and clinics
Soil tests guide farmers on nutrients and management to restore run down fields. In Missouri 69 county soil clinics diagnose ailments and prescribe treatments. Laboratories operate under sponsorship of the extension service of the College of Agriculture and the county agents.
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Missouri
Extension Service
College of Agriculture
Farm Trainees From Abroad Due This Month
Ohio State University Agricultural Extension Service expects 20 to 30 on the farm trainees to arrive from other countries late this month. Trainees will be young farm leaders 23 to 35, live with Ohio families for three months, work as family members, and receive $2 a day from the Mutual Security Administration. After three months, each will spend a month with county extension staff. The IFYE program may send about 10 youths from other countries this year. Ohio delegates include Joann Elise Campbell to Finland and Betty Jean Cruikshank to Scotland, among others. Contact local county agricultural agents for details.
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Columbus
Ohio State University
C. L. Blackman
Blackman
Ohio
Mutual Security Administration
MSA
International Farm
IFYE
Joann Elise Campbell
Camden
Preble County
Finland
Betty Jean Cruikshank
Delaware
Delaware County
Scotland
Betty Anne Hutchinson
Plymouth
Richland County
Italy
Donald J. Gehres
Wren
van Wert County
Germany
Carl F. Ruff Lancaster
Fairfield County
Sweden
National Home Demonstration Week Scheduled
Columbus reports the seventh National Home Demonstration Week will run April 27 through May 3 with theme Democracy, the Torch We Hold. Alice M. King of Ohio State University announces county programs include radio and TV features, newspaper stories with pictures, window displays, open houses, and Achievement Day events.
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Columbus
Alice M. King
Ohio State University
Ohio
Warning Issued On Popcorn Seed Quality Alerts Farmers
William E. Smith of the popcorn processors association warns Ohio growers to avoid open pollinated or second generation seed. He urges purchase of certified seed from reputable processors and seedsmen through the Ohio State University Extension Service director C. M. Ferguson.
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Columbus
William E. Smith
The
Popcorn Processors Association
Chicago
C. M. Ferguson
Agricultural Extension Service
Ohio State University
Smith
Potatoes Shortage Tied to Distribution and Weather
A regional note reports potatoes remain in tight supply despite steady demand. Dealers cite distribution limits and recent subsidy cuts, with new crop arrivals from the South easing some markets over two weeks. Seed potatoes hold higher prices and 10 pounds fetch up to 90 cents as farmers plan for a July harvest.
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