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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1940
Page
9
The piece argues farmers misjudge coil fertility building as a season after a drought and overlook long term gains. It notes financial institutions push for quick returns, while pasture degeneration and mismanaged rainfall areas threaten future vegetation and sustained farming across the state.
New South Wales officials warn that the cabbage butterfly Pieris rapae and the Argentine ant threaten local vegetables including cabbage broccoli cauliflower lettuce and onions. A Victorian import certificate may be required to prove vegetables from Victoria are free of pests before entry into NSW.
A plant breeder from the Department of Agriculture discusses lupins as potential soil renovators amid declining fertility. The piece covers New Zealand blue lupin, yellow lupin, alkaloid content, feed safety, and Western Australian suitability, noting issues in seed production and past attempts to develop alkaloid-free varieties.
A historical notice describes a pump treatment using specific wash mixes to control houseflies. It outlines timing for spraying, preparation steps, and cautions about when to apply the solution, noting the appearance of spores and the reappearance of pests in fields. The notice is signed SPENCER MADTREDD.
A study records longevity and apparent dormancy of several native grasses stored under Sydney like conditions. Seeds of Panicum antidotale native millet Paspalian halytiennn and Myechonis seniunmaal ure were tested at the University of Sydney laboratory to observe viability during warm humid summers and moderately humid winters.
Reports describe a mycotic dermatitis or "neabby back" outbreak among sheep, with wool clumping and hard ingrown mats. Affected animals show widespread infection. isolation and destruction of infected carcases advised. shearing delayed until after healthy wool removed and lumpy wool burnt.
The document outlines a rapid imperial response with pilots en route to England and operations tied to RAF plans in France. It notes aircrews and aircraft are prepared for dispatch, with Hyderabad's funding and Bengal’s expansion cited. The report mentions fighter aircraft, aviation gear, and a quadrupling of the Indian force amid mounting tensions.
A study on lice control for pigs favors oil sprays as the most effective method. An emulsified oil emulsion diluted with water achieves economy and spreadability. Use a spray pump to apply the emulsion quickly and evenly over the pigs, including difficult breeders.
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