Farmers National Congress to Meet in Macon in 1902
The Progressive Farmer outlines the 1902 Farmers National Congress agenda and logistics. Topics include inter oceanic canal and national irrigation, reciprocity, forest preservation, pest control, farm sales, postal reforms, labor, and building a merchant marine. Delegates are state-appointed, with Oct 7 10 in Macon Ga, aiming for about 1000 attendees. John M. Stahl of Chicago is secretary. A new bulletin Clearing New Land by Franklin Williams Jr discusses clearing scrub to enable profitable cultivation and forest conversion.
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Macon
National Congress
United States
Farmers’ National Congress
Congress
Southeastern Passenger Association
John M. Stahl
Langley Ave
Chicago
Franklin Williams, Jr
New
Williams
Value of Stable Manure Boosts Oklahoma Wheat
A report from Oklahoma Station Director Fields highlights the profit of applying stable manure. An eight year wheat plot with 15 tons per acre manure yielded 30 bushels versus 12 without manure, an 18 bushel gain. Lasting benefits exceed one season, with ongoing soil improvement and clear returns.
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Oklahoma
Fields
Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station
Farm Notes From Pasquotank
Early spring weather improved field work with minimal rain and cool conditions. Potatoes rotting worries linger in small patches while overall acre age gains offset losses. Corn planting finished and cotton planting underway as farmers adapt to seasons. Census values highlight Iowa farm worth with high totals for land, machinery, livestock, and products for 1899. A local verse is included, noting offensive language, reflecting era attitudes.
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T. B. Pasquotank Co
N. C
Iowa
Guy E. Mitchell
Orchard roots and cultivation in the humus era debate
Wm. A. Barbrey of Sampson Co. North Carolina argues that proper root management matters more than humus loss from chemical manures. He contends surface roots supply most food, while tap roots mainly give storm resistance. careless plowing harms fruiting. He weighs whether orchards should be cultivated, notes sun damage from high trimming, rabbits, and fungal diseases that weaken vitality.
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Harry Farmer
Wm. A. Barbrey
Sampson Co
N. C
Picking and Marketing the Strawberry
O W Blacenall of Vance Co NC argues the strawberry business thrives on careful, disciplined handling. He details a system with five acre divisions, each field managed, carriers delivering berries to a central packing house, and an inspector to ensure quality. The approach costs about 10 cents per 32 quart crate but yields higher prices and consistent NY market sales.
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New York
Dairying in the South and Its Untapped Potential
In the South dairying is highly profitable yet underdeveloped. Census data show Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin lead in cows and value, while North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida trail far behind. The Southern climate can support dairy crops like meadow hay and alfalfa, but cotton culture and limited dairy training hinder progress. Continued discussion and education in dairying are urged.
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United States
Iowa
Illinois
Wisconsin
North Carolina
Florida
South Carolina
New York
Pennsylvania
Minnesota
Ohio
South
Breeders’ Gazette
Bureau of Animal Industry
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Griculture
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J. H. Reynouds
Treas Adrian
Mich
Guy E. Mrrose
U. Washington, D. C
Pasquotane
Fremont
O. W. Blacenall
Vance Co
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