Weed destroying flame-thrower for seedbeds discussed
An article describes Mr Brown's flame-thrower method to destroy weeds in seedbeds carrots parsnips and rhubarb with a dry hot flame. It details pre cultivation burning watering and reburning to kill surface weeds without harming crops and notes unit costs and farm comparisons in labour fuel and per acre prices.
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Brown
Dubbo
Calf Rearing Rules for Success
Quiet patient handling and regular feeding at body temperature are key. Use clean milk with added digestible constituents, avoid froth, and replace removed cream. Maintain cleanliness, shade in sun, shelter in winter, and remove rag or debris to reduce disease risk.
Feeding Pigs With Concrete Troughs Reduces Worm Spread
The Division of Animal Industry warns that ground troughs in warm moist slush encourage worm eggs. Placing feed troughs on concrete prevents soil trodden contamination. A bevelled concrete depression, 6 inches deep and 18 inches wide, holds feed. After feeding, surface can dry and be swept away.
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Division of Animal Industry
Department of Agriculture
Notice to Trespassers on Mt Nanima and Glen Oak
Notice warns all persons trespassing on Mt Nanima and Glen Oak will be prosecuted. Dr Barton is cited in the notice.
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Mt Nanima
Glen Oak
Barton
Record figures required to meet dairying demands
Surveys show dairying a weak link in food supplies with potential global milk shortages. The Commonwealth boosts subsidies, aiming for higher output. New flat-rate plus per pound subsidies set at 0d and 2d respectively, with half production treated as non-favorable profit under certain conditions.
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Commonwealth
Bees and Honey Store Management During Winter
For winter comfort of the colony remove any supers beyond what bees can care for in cold weather. Surplus supers left on the hive lead to moisture absorption and deterioration of the stored honey. If bees use these stores in early spring, a severe spring dwindling is likely to occur.
Testing New Soil Drainage For Veggie Plots
This instruction explains rejuvenating vegetable beds by testing soil drainage. Dig a hole 18 inches to 2 feet deep, fill with water, and observe. Quick drainage means satisfactory flow. water standing for days indicates drainage needs improvement with drains or rubble channels.
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