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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1938
Page
6
The Department of Agriculture notes modest progress in pasture strain development with emphasis on selecting superior strains for local conditions. Breeders aim to drought resistant wheat and climate adapted clovers, wheat, and grasses to boost forage, livestock, and soil health.
The text discusses how tainted or poor quality drinking water can impart flavors to milk, sometimes affecting cream quality. It notes that flavors may be absorbed during milking and through equipment, with bacteria entering milk via milking and utensils. Boiling water treatment and thorough cleaning are recommended to reduce bacterial contamination.
Farmer guides detail weevil prevention from harvest to storage in silos and bags. It covers cleaning, fumigation with carbon bisulfide and safe handling, moisture control, and opening tanks for ventilation after treatment. It notes the dangers of carbon bisulfide and mentions safer mixtures.
The Vatee of Movin The Hetheept reports a caterpillar and similar moth affecting plants, with larvae over half an inch and green bodies, feeding on foliage and silk-strand leaf matting. Peak activity occurs from September to February. arsenical insecticides and cultural controls are advised to limit outbreaks.
At the Tiawarra district Agricultural Bureau meeting, Director E S Clayton of the Soil Conservation Service warned of widespread erosion evidence. He urged pasture improvement, reduced stocking, and long term soil fertility restoration, noting erosion's impact across most of the state and the need for a government plan and farmer education.
The article notes reliance on overseas work to isolate and test improved forage strains. It suggests local efforts already underway may yield strains more suited to our conditions than those used presently, with development expected as time progresses.
Practical notes on feeding pigs with by products like skim milk and butter milk. High protein content and minerals aid growth, but ensure butter fat is not diluted by whey. Feeding skim or butter milk balances grain during rapid growth, with up to 1 gallon daily being profitable for pigs from weaning to market weight.
Periodical painting of beehives is recommended while bees are in the hive colony. Paint the front of the hive facing the entrance, keep paint from the bottom board joint, and apply a coat yearly to brighten appearance and prevent warping and cracks. Most beekeepers mix white lead oil and turpentine, or buy ready mix. Department pamphlet Painting on the Farm offers guidance.
In hot weather the finch should be kept with minimal movement and shaded, watered paddocks supplied with salt. Heavy work should occur in cooler parts of the day and dust minimized by watering yards. Sick sheep belong in a hospital paddock for careful attention to prevent danger to the flock.
Notice warns that any person trespassing on Katella property will be presented. Signed by Spencer Maddrele. Dated 0/2/01.
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