Calcium in Dry-Period Feed for Calving Cattle
The article advises dairy cows need calcium during the dry period to maintain body weight and optimize milk yield after calving. It notes good body condition at parturition improves production and outlines a calcium rich feeding plan including a winter pasture, a specific dry cow mash, and gradual changes before and after freshening with warm water and a Drao mash.
Conditions Tending to Make Milk Unpalatable
Clean wholesome feed is essential for cows producing milk for public consumption. Spoiled feed harms cow health and milk quality, odors in the barn transfer to milk, and proper barn sanitation prevents dirt on udders. Regular yard grading saves labor, while proper manure handling reduces fire risk and odor.
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Layson
Hoard
Dairyman
Salt access for cows helps prevent poisoning
Salt and mineral access is vital for cattle. Cows may ingest poisonous debris like discarded batteries when salt is scarce, leading to death. In the corn belt many cases show cows die after eating toxic materials from storage batteries. The remedy is bury debris and provide constant salt, giving frequent rock salt to avoid tongue injury.
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Corn
Testing Reveals Value In A Farm Cow At Roosevelt Olson
On a Skagit county farm tour the Roosevelt Olson herd showcased testing value. A cow slated for the butcher yielded 41 percent on initial tests. After four months post freshening she produced 281 pounds fat and $31.40 over feed costs, suggesting about $60 over feed costs for the year. After deducting beef value, $20, Olson nets $30, roughly equal to testing the entire herd.
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Skagit County
Washington
Roosevelt
Olson
Dalryman
California Fig Syrup praised for child’s quick recovery
Mrs H W Turnage of San Antonio credits California Fig Syrup for her daughter Connie’s rapid improvement after an intestinal illness at age three. The letter extols the syrup as a gentle, effective laxative that regulates the stomach and bowels, boosting strength, with physicians recommending it for over 50 years and four million bottles sold annually.
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Connie
H.W. Turnage
Cadwalder St
San Antonio
Texas
California
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