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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · Farming & the land

Farming & the land, 1918

1,648 stories in Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra)'s papers · page 38 of 83

Sudan Grass. a Profitable Fodder Crop

Cowra Free Press · Saturday 25 May 1918 · page 3

A good deal of attention has been directed of late to this grass, and some of the reports that have been received as to its capacity, for yielding heavy…

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Agricultural and Pastoral Notes. for the Man on the Land. These Notes are issued every week, under the personal supervision of the Hon. W. C. Grahame, M.L.A., Minister, of Agriculture, and are based mainly on the experience of the Department. No. 368. Agricultural. Seed Maize for Next Year. Desirable and Undesirable Ears

Cowra Free Press · Saturday 25 May 1918 · page 3

There is one class of plant that attracts the eye in the maize crop, and seems to invite selection—those tall, vigorous individuals that are to be…

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Wheat Experiment Plots

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Tuesday 28 May 1918 · page 3

The sowing of the wheat experiment plots, conducted by the Department of Agriculture in the district, has been completed. The…

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The wool Market

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Tuesday 28 May 1918 · page 3

John Bridge and Co., Ltd. report under date 25th May:—A further appraisement of wool is being held by us on the 29th…

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Farmers & Settlers Lachlan District Council. Important Matters for Wheatgrowers

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Tuesday 28 May 1918 · page 2

A meeting of delegates to the above was held at Reynold's Hotel on Wednesday 22nd inst. The following delegates were present:—…

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Notice to Farmers

The Wyalong Advocate and Mining, Agricultural and Pastoral Gazette · Tuesday 28 May 1918 · page 3

SIRS.—Do not overlook the forecast of the weather conditions for your Harvest period, published in the…

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Wanted: Increased Wheat Production. Proposed Bonus to Share Farmers

Cowra Free Press · Wednesday 29 May 1918 · page 2

Mr. Robt. Gibson, Harden, writes as follows under date of 22/5/'18:— Sir,—It must be recognised that only by increased production can we…

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Agricultural and Pastoral Notes. for the Man on the Land

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Wednesday 29 May 1918 · page 2

These Notes are issued every week, under the personal supervision of the Hon. W. C. Grahame, M.L.A., Minister of Agriculture, are based mainly on the experience of the Department. No. 368…

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Sudan Grass. a Profitable Fodder Crop

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Wednesday 29 May 1918 · page 2

A good deal of attention has been directed of late to this grass, and some of the reports that have been received as to its capacity for yielding heavy…

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Dairying. Testing of Pure-bred Cows. How It Progresses in New South Wales

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Wednesday 29 May 1918 · page 2

Addressing the Council of the United Pure-bred Cattle Breeders' Association at the annual meeting in Sydney, during the R.A.S., the Acting Dairy Expert…

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What the F. & S. Assn. Has Done for the Man on the Land. To Business People, Farmers, & Others

Cowra Free Press · Wednesday 29 May 1918 · page 3

You are doubtless aware that the success of your undertakings in the district are entirely dependent on the prosperity and success of the man on…

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Farmers!

Cowra Free Press · Wednesday 29 May 1918 · page 2

For Highest Prices aud Prompt Returns for your Hay, Chaff, Grain, etc., consign to Robert Robinson & Co., Alexandria, one of the oldest and…

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To Farmers and Others!

Cowra Free Press · Wednesday 29 May 1918 · page 4

Be economical! Save your tallow and kitchen fat, and get 9/- per kerosene tin full at the Cowra Soap Works, Brisbane Street Don't forget to tell your friends,…

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The Wheat Pool

Western Champion · Thursday 30 May 1918 · page 3

Messrs. Joseph Palmer and Son., in their latest circular, write:—Wheat.—It is officially announced that there will be a dividend of 3d…

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Warwick Farm Races

Western Champion · Thursday 30 May 1918 · page 22

Hurdle Race.—Frigate Bird 1, Sweet Step 2, Martin Chuzzlewit 3. Winner 8 to 1. Won by two lengths in 3.50½. Maiden Handicap—Colonel Knut 1,…

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Butter Making Demonstration

Forbes Times · Friday 31 May 1918 · page 4

During the past week we were, afforded an opportunity of witnessing a demonstration of butter-making by the Tamworth "One Minute" churn,…

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Wool Away. Save Shipping Space

Forbes Times · Friday 31 May 1918 · page 1

Winchcombe, Carson Ltd. report: Though much wool, already appraised and paid for by the British Government) is still on hand in Australia…

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Latest Telegraphic. Handling the Wheat. Sydney

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 31 May 1918 · page 4

The Sydney Labor Council has carried Judd's anti-war motion by 101 votes to 75. It is believed that a settlement of the Party's attitude…

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Farm and Field Original Articles. Making Ensilace

Forbes Times · Friday 31 May 1918 · page 7

E[?]silage is the term applied to grasn and other succulent foods preserved b[?] storage in pits or stacks, termed silos for use when such foods are not…

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Crops and Plant Food

Forbes Times · Friday 31 May 1918 · page 7

An average crop of oats, grain, and straw together, takes from the soil 53lb. of nitrogen, 22lb. phosphoric acid, seeding time along with the seed 2cwt…

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