Ridge farming promise for corn at Town State College
The Leader's News reports on ridge farming as an experimental corn growing method at Town State College. Researchers W. G. Lovely and E. V. Collins describe ridge making with a modified lister to form two ridges 42 inches apart and reduce flooding and stand loss via pre-emergence 2,4-D. Field tests show ridge plots yielding similarly to listed or traditionally planted plots, with future aims to refine equipment for uniform ridges and apply ridge farming to flood-prone bottomlands and steep hills.
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Town State College
W. G. Lovely
E. V. Collins
Research Agricultural Engineers
Lovely
Iowa
Collins
Breeding timing advised for better dairy cow efficiency
Dr. John B. Herrick of Iowa State urges delaying breeding to one or two heats after calving, as most cows show heat 35 to 45 days post calving though this varies. One or two heats observed improves breeding efficiency for natural service or AI, with immediate vet care for irregular heats or discharges. Disease control, nutrition, and brucellosis-free herds underpin effectiveness. Also notes on corn rootworm control by chemicals and rat-borne disease risks to dairy herds.
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John B. Herrick
Iowa State College
Herrick
Close Figuring May Save Taxes for Town Farmers
Iowa State College extension expert H B Howell outlines key steps for farmers to lessen 1952 tax impact. Deadline options depend on a Jan 1 start, with January 31 or January 15 and March 15 as filing/payment dates. Capital gains rules favor livestock kept a year, excluding birds, and may apply to sales since 1949. Consider farm records, refunds, and deductions when selling and buying. Sealed grain underscores cautious tax planning.
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H. B. Howell
Iowa State College
Howell
Economist
Congress
Tax payment options for grain proceeds outlined
The notice explains two tax methods on grain income. Tax can be paid in the year of payment or in the year of delivery. The chosen method must be followed for future years for both grain and sealed grain. If grain was sealed earlier, use the same method as before.
Howell urges consulting local offices before 1952 tax deductions
Howell says you may have other deductions and benefits but advises checking with your county extension office or an income tax official found at most post offices before calculating these deductions on your 1952 tax return. Leader ads bring results.
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Howell
Winter feeding tip for Iowa State College sow care
During winter it is important to have accessible salt for stock in Iowa State College guidance. Ensure salt supply is not buried by snow or ice. Self feeding pregnant sows reduces winter chore load.
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Harold Gunderson
Iowa State College
Iowa State College Animal Husbandmen
Farmers Adopt Conservation Plans Amid Record Cattle Outlook
One farmer or rancher in five in the country is now developing or carrying out a 990 and water conservation plan, the Soil Conservation Service reports. A record number of cattle is expected to be on feed by January 1953.
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Soil Conservation Service
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