Poultry Lighting and Feeding for Egg Production
Poultry experts from Ohio State University explain that proper lighting and heating stimulate hens to eat more, boosting egg output when prices are high. They note temperature control methods, including larger stoves and occasional agitation, or milled mash and brain with small feed portions during cold spells. Artificial lighting should total no more than 14 hours daily. Regular care with water and feed is crucial for good results.
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Ohio State University
Poultry Tuberculosis Widespread in United States Flocks
The United States Department of Agriculture reports poultry tuberculosis far more prevalent than believed, affecting about 70 percent of flocks in many North Central counties. Infected birds show weakness, lameness, and unthriftiness. diagnosis is via post-mortem or tuberculin test. Destroy diseased birds, market older fowls, disinfect facilities, and start anew with healthy stock on clean ground to curb spread to swine as well.
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United Binten
Elemental Egg Development in Hens at Maturity
Maine experiment station data show elemental egg counts from 1 000 to 1 500 with newer studies indicating higher numbers. Egg development speed hinges on the hen’s inherited egg-producing ability and on feed and management. Profits rely on securing Aswany eggs as pos available in early years of each hen’s life.
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Maine
Poultry Hints on Disease Signs and Culling
Guidance discusses tuberculosis signs in poultry and culling strategies for nonlayers. It warns that yellow beaks and shanks signal illness, advises keeping hens indoors with substitutes for sunlight, notes buyer reluctance toward diseased birds, and stresses clean ground for young turkeys away from chickens and older birds.
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Tarkoya
Dust Treatments Show Promise Against Oat Smut
North Carolina State College plant pathologist G. W. Pant reports two dusts may control oat smut similar to copper carbonate dust for wheat. A mercury compound and a formaldehyde-impregnated clay show promise. seed treatment before planting destroyed smut spores and yielded healthy plants.
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G. W. Pant
North Carolina State College
Fant
United States
Tennessee Farmers Warned Against Bad Farming Habits
The Tennessee extension division lists ten points that misstate farming practices to avoid. It urges against monoculture, neglecting livestock, stripping soil, and mortgaging farms, while promoting cooperation and soil stewardship to prevent financial ruin.
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Tennessee
Division of Extension
University of Tennessee
Fresh Air Movement Helps Seed Corn Drying
Air movement keeps moisture moving away from corn during drying and respiration. Once thoroughly dried and respiration slows, ventilation matters less. It is best to avoid applying anything to the corn and, if possible, hang it on wires to deter mice.
Inspect Equipment to Order Needed Repairs
Farmers should inspect machinery in advance and order repairs early. Winter preparation helps the equipment industry furnish parts and support agriculture, avoiding delays when a machine is first used. Delays often arise from late orders and part shortages.
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Omberg
Inefficient Methods in Farming Criticized for Waste
The article argues that outdated farming practices waste resources and reduce productivity. It compares poor cows to failing equipment, urging replacement with higher producing stock and modern machinery to do work faster, cheaper, and better.
Winter Poultry Care And Feeding Tips
Winter requires extra poultry care with nest material and drainage. Use shavings over straw, keep roosts clean, and ensure proper body weight for layers. Elevate poultry houses for drainage, avoid underfeeding pullets, encourage early roosting, and provide alfalfa or clover in open baskets as a substitute for grain feeds during winter.
Strawberries Put in Cold Storage Under Federal Guidance
The USDA reports over 300000 barrels of berries packed using the frozen pack method, equating to 4000 to 6000 carloads of fresh fruit. Berries are stored in 60 gallon barrels with sugar, kept below freezing, preserving quality for year round use and enabling year round preserves. New cold pack developments include small home use containers, with several million packages handled this year.
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United States Department of Agriculture
George M. Darrow
Darrow
Dat Tow
Soil Erosion Control Seen As Major Farm Issue
A Midwest agricultural issue highlights soil erosion as a major problem in farming. Experts urge terracing and brush or earth dams to control washings, promote permanent grasses or timber, and consider grazing for marginal lands to stabilize yields and values.
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Mississippora
Lopisiana
Pine trees curb sand on Keyes estate in New Hampshire
Sixty years ago the father of Senator Henry W. Keyes planted northern white pines on a sandy tract at Haverhill New Hampshire to stop windblown sand. The one acre plot now hosts a thriving stand of pines about sixty feet tall, ending sand piles on drives and walks.
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Henry W. Keyes
Hig
Haverhill
N. H
Forest’ Service
United States
Department’ of Agriculture
Alanis
Keyes
Magog Office Buildings Go Up Without Inside Window Sills
A reader notes construction on new Magog office buildings lacks interior window sills and questions the placement and design. The letter cites concern over architectural details and potential safety or aesthetic issues.
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Louis
Mr Smith and Toto exchange playful chat
A playful dialogue shows Toto questioning Mr Smith about his intelligence while Mr Smith assures he is not dumb. Toto mentions his big sister expected Mr Smith to speak all winter, adding a light family tone to the exchange.
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Mr. Smith
California Wig Syrup Advocated by Mothers for Children
A testimonial ad urges parents to use California Wig Syrup for unsettled stomachs and bowels in children. It claims steadying effects, renewed energy, and widespread use with over four million bottles yearly, citing a Nebraska mother praising its quick relief.
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California
Waostern
Joseph W. Hil
Bedford Ava
Omaha
Nebraska
John
Galifornia
Record Gain in Butter Profits
The biggest creamer ies in the country profit from butter color trends with Dandelion Cutter Color. Ninety percent use it for a cheaper, tasteless color that does not tint buttermilk, approved by state and national food laws. Wells and Richardson Co offers a 1 sample bottle for 36 cents.
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Richardson Co., Inc
Burlington, Vey
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