Effects of manuring on maize yield and quality in NSW
Agricultural notes under Hon J L Trefls examine two maize samples from W Yuill Southgate and three fertilised plots. Data show better weight and cob counts with superphosphate and potash, higher albumen content, and clear yield benefits from fallow and early sowing, with advice on plough type and surface cultivation for moisture retention.
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Maine
W. Yuill
Southgate
Tiwea
4 Agricultural Gazette
Limewater after Bluestone treatment of wheat
An enquiry on how long treated wheat should drain before immersion in limewater. The Acting Under-Secretary said there is no definite time, but it should be well drained to retain limewater value as long as possible. The duration depends largely on grain size, with roughly burnt lumps used as the model.
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New South Walewla
Ube
Fertiliser for Wheat Use and Application Notes
The Acting Undersecretary explains fertiliser use with wheat seed. About 44 cwt per acre is applied when drilled with the seed. If no drill is available, increase superphosphate and mix with ash or lime, then broadcast and harrow in immediately before sowing.
A Good Whitewash Recipe From Department Foreman
A historical recipe for whitewash is described by the department foreman. It lists ingredients including burnt stone lime 11b powdered alum 11b powdered glue 31b and course anit with instructions to slake mix and strain then dissolve other ingredients in hot water before combining. The mixture is applied to brick stone concrete rough wood or galvanised iron and kept from losing heat for two days before use.
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Wotka
Fallow Decisions Shaping Next Year Wheat Sowing
Farmers in southern districts plan to open land to capture winter rainfall for the coming wheat crop while northerly areas aim to hold summer rain. In the North-west some may follow inspector advice for a full fallow for half the crop and a short fallow for the other half, testing their inclination before final decision.
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Mitmer
Feeding strategies for large flocks over paddocks
A dealer inspector notes a bright autumn and early winter, predicting heavy growth. Feeding off a 200 acre paddock with 1000 to 1500 sheep for two or three days is more beneficial than grazing 200 to 400 sheep for a fortnight, yielding more even pressure and better crop consolidation.
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Sayi
The Pantatemon Flower: A Five-Stamped Bell Spike Overview
The Pantatemon, from Mexico to Europe, is a charming perennial with bright green foliage and upright flower spikes. Spikes bear pendent bell shaped blossoms in red blue pink carmine and white, 1 to 1 1/4 inches wide and 2 inches long, matting tones. It is easily grown from seed and blooms in summer. transplant three feet apart into well manured soil and water during dry weather.
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Europe
Mexico
Isa
Youine
Nmme
Sivines
New York Lettuce Described by Expert Grower
A New York specialist presents a plan for introducing lettuce varieties described as kingly among lettuces. The heads reach round heights under favorable conditions, weighing up to three pounds. Exterior leaves are green, interior leaves creamy white, crisp and free of bitterness. Plant spacing is fifteen inches, weedy control advised. Sergeant Murray of Maitland displayed twelve New York lettuces in the writer's window, totaling 25 41b.
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New York
Sergeant Murray
Forn
Weat Maitland
Weather report for New South Wales week ending June 2
The week saw a late autarkic disturbance move south then east across the state causing showers mainly along the eastern half. By midweek the system departed, a high pressure built, bringing finer weather thereafter. Western districts had lighter rain at a few centers, with heavier fall at Ballina and nearby spots. Sydney recorded 64 points of rain with a low of 49 degrees on Thursday.
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New South Wales
Hstrida
Bingarre
Byron ‘Bay
Ballina
Camden Haven
Burrown
Koncinako
Klaodra
Bundurra
Sydney
Well-known Optician Promotes Glasses Fitting
The renowned Optician Mr. Adolf Hast of Challin House Martip lace Sydney conducts eye fittings across New South Wales. He offers expert service and modern equipment for weighing and weighing correction, with attentive and straightforward dealings. Consultation at the Royal Hotel Wallington on Friday August 15 from 9 am to 6 pm.
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Australis
Pe Adolf
Vienna
Challin House
Martiplace
Sydney
New South Wales
Rasser
Basear
Royal Hotel
Wallington
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