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Illawarra · Farming & the land

Farming & the land, 1938

190 stories in Illawarra's papers · page 9 of 10

The Old Bush Track Paid in Gold—three Hours in a Wool Press—at the Ball Paid in Gold

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 28 October 1938 · page 8

It happened in 1856. A parcel of 250 store cattle had been purchased by Hassell, of Braidwood, the terms being cash on delivery. When it came to…

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Rural Topics Dairying Cleaning of Dairy Premises an Adequate Water Supply Essential

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 28 October 1938 · page 19

To keep dairy premises, and particularly the floors, in a clean condition, an ample supply of wacsr is necessary. The limited quantity…

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Junior Farmers. Gerringong Record

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 29 October 1938 · page 2

The Gerringong District Junior Farmers' Club has the proud distinction of holding no fewer than five State Championships this year, as follows:—…

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Rural Topics Dairying. Care of the Separator

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 4 November 1938 · page 23

The operation of the separator and the care devoted to its cleansing have a material effect on the quality of cream produced. On no…

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Cricket Gerringong v. Dairy Farmers' Milk Co

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 5 November 1938 · page 4

The annual match between the Gerringong Association and the Dairy Farmers' Co-operative Milk Co., Sydney, took place on Jubilee Park on…

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For Better Dairy Products. Advantages of Up-to-date Farm Buildings

The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal · Wednesday 9 November 1938 · page 3

Apart from the fact that the law imposes certain obligations on persons who erect dairy farm buildings, there are many dairy good reasons why these…

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Gerringong Junior Farmers

The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal · Wednesday 9 November 1938 · page 3

It has been decided, at a meeting of the Gerringong District Junior Farmers' Club, to hold the South Coast Annual Combined Field Day at Mr. G. E…

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Dairying Care of This Separator

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 11 November 1938 · page 5

The operation of the separator and the care devoted to its cleansing have a material effect on the quality of cream produced. On no account…

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Rural Topics Dairying. Cleaning of Dairy Utensils. Still Need for Better Methods

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 11 November 1938 · page 6

Although an improvement in the standard of general dairy hygiene has taken place in recent years there still remain many instances of…

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Gerringong Junior Farmers

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 12 November 1938 · page 3

A special meeting of the Advisory Committee of the Gerringong District Junior Farmers' Club was held on Friday last. The president (Mr. G. E…

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Cleaning Dairy Utensils. Still Need for Better Methods

The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal · Wednesday 16 November 1938 · page 4

Although an improvement in the standard of general dairy hygiene has taken place in recent years, there still remain many instances of improper…

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Rural Topics Dairying. Testing of Cattle for Tuberculosis Obligation of Owners in Sydney Area

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 18 November 1938 · page 23

Attention is drawn by the Acting Chief Veterinary Surgeon of the Department of Agriculture to the fact that certain municipalities and parts…

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Dairying Better Returns From Better Pastures Good Feeding Essential for Profitable Dairying

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 18 November 1938 · page 15

A herd must be well fed if it is to produce to its maximum ability, and good pastures are no less important than good cows. Good cows and good…

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A.I.S. Notes and Comments on the Breed. Good Demand for Cattle

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 19 November 1938 · page 4

one of the greatest personalities of the dairy world of the North Coast is Mr. J. J. Hayter, who, apart from beng an enthusiastic and capable breeder of…

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Water Requirements for Dairy Cow. Supply Should Be Plentiful and Pure

The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal · Wednesday 23 November 1938 · page 2

A regular and ample supply of fresh water is essential on the dairy farm, particularly, during the hotter months of the year. Most cows will drink at…

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Rural Topics Dairying. Water Requirements of Dairy Cows. Supply Should be Plentiful and Pure

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 25 November 1938 · page 26

A regular and ample supply of fresh water is essential on the dairy farm, particularly during the hotter months of the ear. Most cows will…

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Dairying Water Requirements of Dairy Cows Supply Should Be Plentiful and Pure

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 December 1938 · page 3

A regular and ample supply of fresh water is essential on the dairy farm, particularly during the hotter months of the year. Most cows will drink at…

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Migrants on Farms To work for £1 per week

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 December 1938 · page 5

A communication was read at the Illawarra District Council of the P.P.U. at Kangaroo Valley on Monday asking if experienced migrants…

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Farmers' Sons and Daughters Are They Exempt Under National Insurance?

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 December 1938 · page 10

A problem under the National Health and Pensions Insurance Plan of the Commonwealth Government is that of the position of families on farms…

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Manufacture of Dairy Produce. Commonwealth Control Mooted

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 3 December 1938 · page 4

Mr. T. R. Thompson, Berry delegate to the quarterly meeting of the Illawarra District Council of the Primary Producers' Union, which was held at…

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