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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1935
Page
12
A historical article discusses drought risks across regions, citing figures on agricultural losses and forage needs. It emphasizes the danger to food supply, urging conservation and proactive measures to mitigate impact on farming communities and forage stocks.
A notice warns stockowners about indiscriminate use of drenches of unknown content. It stresses that healthy animals require no medicine, urges expert advice, and questions miraculous claims for remedies claimed to cure constipation, stomach disorders, or lameness. It notes veterinary oversight and cautions against dangerous improvisations.
An early 20th century remedy notice touts Woods Great Peppeeming Cure as a first aid for coughs colds and influenza, claiming quick relief and simple use for households.
Improved pastures allow larger sheep numbers on smaller areas. Parasitic worm eggs proliferate with dense grazing, increasing paddock infestation. Heavier stocking from better forage risks widespread parasite spread and long term land contamination. Preventive care is essential to avoid severe worm problems.
In spring each year the Department of Agriculture receives inquiries on methods to combat peach leaf curl disease. The recommended control is dormant spraying with Bordeaux mixture lime-sulphur, usually two applications if spring conditions are moist.
An old ad-like item touts Wonds Great Peppermint Cough Syrup for relief of coughs and colds. It markets a peppermint flavored remedy with health claims typical of period medicinal notices.
The Department of Agriculture warns growers about risks of dealing with unlicensed farm produce agents under the Produce Agents Act. It lists licensed agents and offers printed copies of the list on request. Licensing requires a substantial deposit to protect growers if an agent defaults on payments. The department will act against unlicensed agents to safeguard growers.
Senior Veterinary Surgeon of the Department of Agriculture told Monaro sheepmen that anthelminthic administration is useless for preventing worm infestation or aiding parasites. Regular heavy dosing would be needed, but infestation rises when young grass is eaten. The department experimented with various drugs and feeds without success in preventing worms.
The article explains pruning to develop a strong tree frame, warns against excessive growth that wastes energy, and notes inverted hollow frame forms as most suitable. It covers handling different fruits, growth patterns, and yearly production goals for quality yields.
The report notes two months of sales drought for wool in Australia and abroad with likely lower supply and cautious demand. It forecasts production shifts in 1998 1999 and South Africa and Australia face reduced clips, affecting prices. US recovery acts and global demand influence prices, but a marked improvement is needed to sustain rates. The 1934 season may bring modest gains if world conditions improve.
The article discusses how weathering the orchard depends on stock, manuring, cultivation, and pruning. It mentions quince, persimmon, and rape crops and notes a department of agriculture hook from Sydney with detailed methods for various fruit varieties. The booklet costs 3/4 posted and is an invaluable guide for growers.
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