Ohio Farmers Lose Millions In Tillage
Ohio State University extension soil expert John Slipher warns faulty tillage costs farmers millions yearly. Repeatedly running machinery over seedbeds packs soil, reduces porosity, slows aeration and root penetration, cutting yields and raising costs. He urges minimum tillage, use of smoothing implements, and at least two dry days after plowing. Maintain soil organic matter at 3 percent on light soils, 5 percent on dark soils, via green manures and residues. fertilizer aids root growth and organic matter. mild tillage with soil-tested fertilizer yields best profit.
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Farm Briefs Update on Weather and Farm Machinery
Washington weather outlook predicts more rain and snow for the dry southwest and southern plains while the northeast and Pacific Northwest see below average moisture. Citrus growers heard lemon usage tips for pruning and breakfast ideas, highlighting tractors as key farm assets. Louisiana and Arkansas rice allotments face changes as Congress actions aim to curb production. Houghton Brothers Allis-Chalmers dealer emphasizes ongoing service training to reduce rice acreage this year.
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Ohio Farm Bureau Neutral On Conveyor Belt Debate
The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation remains neutral in the belt conveyor controversy and will support landowners if eminent domain is granted. Officials say any jury award would still preserve landowners’ rights, while other local agricultural equipment notes outlinetractor models and post season service options.
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Wizard Deluxe Battery Guarantee for Two Years
The Wizard Deluxe battery offers a full two year guarantee with a 100 ampere hour capacity suitable for most popular cars, ensuring reliability and long life for daily use.
Farmers Plan Output Cuts to Boost Prices in 1955
Washington reports new evidence that farmers will sharply reduce the number of chickens eggs and turkeys marketed in 1955 to bolster sagging prices. The Agriculture Department says commercial hatcheries produced 21 percent fewer chicks in January compared with a year earlier.
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Agriculture Department
Good Milk House Is Dairy Need
Farmers in a tight market study cost items to keep profits in dairy. Key points: bulk milk tanks save labor and ensure uniform testing, a well insulated heated milk house with storm windows, insulated siding and roof, and cautious placement of plumbing to avoid freezing.
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Soil Fertility Has No Effect On Milk
A Michigan State College study reported that milk from cows fed on fertilizer rich soil and unfertilized land shows no difference in amino acids or vitamin content. Over ten years, two dairy herds across nine to four generations indicated similar nutritional quality despite feed source differences. The work, part of centennial celebrations and funded by national dairy groups, suggests soil fertility does not alter milk nutrition.
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Michigan State College
National Dairy Council
American Dairy Association
Farm Prices Remain Steady in Mid January Report
Ohio farm prices for major commodities stayed about the same as December and were 15 percent below mid January 1954. Hog, egg, and dairy prices fell while other farm product prices rose. meat animal prices were steady. Corn rose four cents from December but six cents below last year. wheat gained six cents per bushel. Dairy products averaged about three percent lower this month and six percent lower than a year ago.
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Columbus
Ohio
Riverlake Belt Conveyor proposed to move ore and coal
An ACL Allion remark notes states facing delays in settlements for farmers, with farms taken out of production in some cases. The Riverlake Belt Conveyor would create a 100 mile rubber t railroad moving iron ore from Lake Ere southward and coal from the Ohio River northward, but requires Ohio General Assembly to classify it as a common carrier with eminent domain rights. Washington reports big January declines in butter cheese apples pears dried eggs and beef in cold storage. Elyria
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Tomato growers report record yields in Ohio state crop
Columbus reports Ohio tomato processing achieved a record 12 tons per acre despite adverse weather with some fields over 20 tons. Ohio State University extension horticulturist notes gains due to better rotations fertilization insect and disease control and improved plant selection. Ohio growers produced 163200 tons for processing.
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