Limestone boosts silage efficiency with Rumensin trial
In Ohio the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center reports feeding ground limestone to corn silage with Rumensin improves calf feed efficiency. Calves on 200 days of silage plus both additives gained 14 percent efficiency versus standard silage with no Rumensin, while Rumensin alone yielded 6.4 percent and limestone-silage 8.2 percent. The study notes improved calcium intake and potential profit gains.
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Agriculture chief balks at lawn war with GSA
Washington AP The Agriculture Department cites federal rules requiring GSA to plant and maintain lawns around its buildings, a setup that has long irked botanists and green thumbs. Secretary Bob Bergland declines to clash with GSA over the lawn care feud, despite aides urging him to press the issue.
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New watershed projects aided by Agriculture Department
The Agriculture Department approved 17 new watershed projects eligible for planning assistance by federal technicians under the Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Act. RM Davis, administrator of the Soil Conservation Service, said state offices will assist local sponsors with investigations and surveys to develop watershed plans for watersheds of 250000 acres or less. Bergland joked about potential conflicts of interest regarding lawn seed and grass planting. He noted his farm is in a blind trust managed by his son-in-law Steve Dahl near Roseau, Minnesota.
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Farm tour by Future Farmers of America draws youngsters
Henriet ta area notes report Fu ture Farmers of America members hosted about 60 first grade students from Lorain City Schools on a farm city tour. They visited Paul Leimbach’s potato operation, Schmalz grain farm, Mill Hollow Park lunch, Sayler farm and a Holstein dairy. A fresh potato souvenir greeted the youngsters.
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The country wife potato harvest relief essay
A harvest diary reflects relief at finishing potato gathering and the costs of machinery. The writer notes high prices, the need for storage, and the tension between farmer and wife. Normal life resumes as harvest ends, with humorous takes on communication and gender roles in farm life. The piece closes with a nod to the first Thanksgiving.
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Squash Quest: Marshallville Farmer Tops 360-Pound Giant
Tony Carpenter, holding a 360 pound squash grown by his grandfather, tries to manhandle the enormous fruit. The seed traces back to Circleville's renowned pumpkin community, per UPI.
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Case tractors offer interest-free financing through March 4 1978
LaGrange Tractor Sales promotes a waiver of interest on Case agricultural tractors from 43 to 180 horsepower and on Case implements. Buyers may purchase now and pay no interest until March 4 1978. Tractors 970 and 1070 highlighted for power and efficiency with durable design. In stock at LaGrange Route 301, open weekdays 8am to 6pm and Saturdays until noon.
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Early Weaning Calves May Save Costs In Special Herds
Kansas and LSU scientists say weaning calves between 25 and 75 days old can work in special situations. Early weaning may speed calf gains, reduce feed needs on poorer quality pasture, and help fall calvers and second cows while lowering costs when grain prices rise or beef production intensifies.
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