Hiemstra Forecasts July Egg Output Trends and 1956 Poultry Outlook
Hiemstra notes July egg production rose 3 percent over July 1955, with prices likely a few cents lower through fall due to higher output. Broilers may weaken prices despite 20 percent higher production in 1956, while turkey output could reach a 15 percent rise. He cites increased hatchings January–June and cautions about carryover effects and feed costs on margins.
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Farm Shorts by Dean L. Barnes
County Extension Director Dean L Barnes notes schools soon reopen and summer fades. He warns about house flies and promotes a Diazinon spray for walls, ceilings, pens, and porches. He cites livestock market trends and announces a cow conference at Iowa State College on September 7 with a weigh a day a month contest and farm demos. He invites rides from Algona at 8:00 a.m. and quotes Francis Kutish on fed cattle outlook for the next six weeks.
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Portland 4-H Club Notes August Meeting at Community Hall
Gary and LeRoy Davis hosted the Portland 4-H session at the Community Hall with 13 members present. Leaders and one guest attended. treasurer reported 5.26 dollars. motion passed to pay Merlyn Bartlett. Noreta Trunkhill tasked with setting up the safety booth for the fair. September meeting planned at Zwiefel's. lunch served after adjournment. Corinne Zwiefel, reporter.
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