Losses of Aged Ewes Prevented
USDA summary notes heavy losses in aged ewes from poor nutrition and confinement during shed lambing. Dr. Huffman and Dr. Dade report outbreaks across states, with 5+ year ewes, many twins, and heavier mortality in cross breds. Prevention centers on exercise and balanced ration before lambing.
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Pasture Rotation Reduces Parasites in Sheep
A Beltsville Maryland farm study by the USDA finds systematic pasture rotation helps lambs reach market weight with no visible parasitic impact. While beneficial, rotation alone does not fully control stomach worms. dosing with copper sulfate is suggested for complete suppression. Details available free from the Bureau of Animal Industry in Washington.
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How to Kill Ox Warbles on the Backs of Cattle
An agricultural note explains ox warble fly larvae in cattle bolls cause milk loss and leather damage. It recommends regular spraying with a reliable repellent and manual grub removal. For mature bolls press with a bottle mouth and apply a ledof orm and lard mixture to aid healing. Dr A S Alexander provides the guidance.
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Clover seed as dairy feed questioned by Rural New Yorker
A Rural New Yorker writer criticizes clover seed as a means to restore normal cow milk production. He notes no miraculous protein qualities and argues that cows fed on carbohydrates respond to concentrated protein sources like cottonseed meal and linseed meal. He concludes clover seed is costly compared with standard protein carriers.
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Practical Farm Almanac Notes On Crop Rotation And Rearing
The text urges keeping resolutions through practical farming tips. It highlights crop rotation benefits for soil and insect control, growing cauliflower like early cabbage, and improving poultry hygiene. It advises varied feed for poultry, craftsmanship with apple wood handles, and farm planning time. It also compares fall calves kept warm to spring calves facing harsh conditions.
Feeding Milk For Laying Hens In Winter
Farmers may use available milk to feed laying hens. Sour milk is preferred to sweet milk for easier digestion and lactic acid benefits. In winter, warm fresh skim milk with a touch of sour milk helps. keep buckets clean and sanitize utensils regularly.
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