Implement House Needed on Farms for Long Lasting Machinery
North Carolina State College agricultural engineer A T Holman urges farms to build an implement house with good roof and dry floor to protect machinery. He says proper storage prevents rust and decay, and that cleaning and oiling before storage extend life. winter idle time should be used for repairs to be ready for spring work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. .T. Holman
North Carolina State College
Holman
Plant Oats On Top Of Silo To Exclude Air
A farmer with wide experience proposes methods to reduce silage spoilage in winter. He suggests lining silo walls with a airproof cement paste made from salt alum lye and water, with cement to paste consistency, or lining doors with paper and filling cracks with clay. Another approach is to sow oats or cane atop the silo where warm silage sprouts rapidly, forming an insulating mat that excludes air.
Short Rotation Proves Valuable in Illinois
A University of Illinois study shows sweet clover in short grain rotations boosts corn yields. By sowing clover with oats and partly plowing under in spring, farmers achieved a three crop system in a two year cycle on old soil plots on campus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Ilinois
America
Proper Storage of Feed Improves Quality and Pest Control
Storing feed on boards rather than concrete floors reduces mold and spoilage. Elevating bags on two by fours allows better air circulation, easier rat bait distribution, and better access for cats to fight rats.
Dangers of Arsenic Sprays to Livestock on Farms
Spraying with arsenic can saturate grass under trees and cause livestock losses from grazing. A greater danger comes from careless disposal of arsenic containers as cattle may lick cans or drink contaminated water, often with fatal results. Even washing containers may not remove danger, so destroying them is best.
National Butterfat Champion Queen Bessie Ormsby Sets Records
Queen Bessie Pietertje Ormsby a mature Holstein Friesian cow tops national butterfat with over 1 000 pounds in a year across four lactations. She produced 4 292 1 pounds fat in four lactations from 108 475 5 pounds milk and 12 658 gallons. Ownership rests with Elmwood Farms owner R V Rasmussen of Deerfield. bred by C L Spaulding Warren Minn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie Pietertje Ormsby
Queen Bessie
Adirondac
Wietske Dairymaid
Daisy Raggle Ormsby III
Bessie
A. R
Rockasene
Queen Bessy
C. L. Spaulding
Warren
Minn
R. V. Rasmussen
Elmwood Farms
Deerfield
Apply Limestone Year in Advance for Clover and Alfalfa
Wisconsin agriculture officials urge limestone application at least one year before planting clover or alfalfa to maximize soil reaction and crop benefits. Proper incorporation into the top six to eight inches speeds acidity correction and improves future corn, clover, and alfalfa growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claver
Chapman
Wisconsin’ College of Agriculture
Wisconsin
Agriculturis
Keep Gas Engine Busy on Various Farm Jobs
Farmers should keep gas engines active on diverse tasks beyond pumping. The text notes engines are underused with pumps and occasional grinding or fanning tasks as common duties. It advises leveraging engines for multiple farm machines to maximize value.
Plan to Remove Supers and Keep Bees in Hive
The method uses an inner cover with a bee escape between the brood and supers. Bees move through the escape to the brood area, leaving the super bee-free within 10 to 12 hours. Bee escapes are inexpensive and reduce handling time.
Agricultural Squibs on Pigs Sheep and Horses
Agricultural notes advise full feeding of pigs with corn on pasture using only half a gallon of skim milk daily. Avoid washing eggs for sale, maintain pure bred flocks, breed for high quality eggs, and limit wool before shearing. Caution against larkspur poison to cattle and risks of exhausted work horses and mules from indigestion or colic.
Nujol Ad Promises Gentle Health Boost
Mrs Zell of 6231 Catherine Street Philadelphia reports her granddaughter Margaret tried Nujol after reading about it. She has taken a tablespoon daily and shows general health improvements. The ad emphasizes Nujol contains no medicines and is harmless for all ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret
Zell
Catherine Street
Philadelphia
Nujol
Notions of Propriety and the Limits of Justice
The author argues that exact justice remains undefined leading to law loopholes. They claim moral notions of propriety resist argument and cannot be overturned by reasoning alone.
Treat for Babies Ailments Endorsed by Fletcher Sign
A traditional remedy is recommended for infant ailments with claims of safety and rapid relief. The product bears Chas. H. Fletcher's signature on the package, asserting authenticity and reliability for coated tongues, fretfulness, sleep issues, and general discomfort in children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. H. Fletcher
Also Mentioned on This Page
Illinois
Pietertje Ormsby
Bayer
Dong-Lite
Nujol Laboratories
Park Avenue
New York City
Cris
Galsoria