N.z. Farmers Here for Show
A party of New Zealand farmers will be leaving the Dominion, on March 16, for Australia. In addition to a tour of farming districts of New…
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Farmer and Worker to the Editor of "The Land."
Sir.—L. S. Locwenthal's letter in "The Land" (24/2/'50), attacked an earlier correspondent's statement that workers on farms did not get…
Continued on Trove, page 2 →Important Farm Tenancy Decision on North Coast
A TENANCY law decision in Byron Bay Court may have legal repercussions among parties to unregistered Real Property Act leases of over three years…
Continued on Trove, page 7 →Breeding Farm. Stock. Veterinary To answer your question our veterinarian must know all the facts. Therefore, give full particulars of the malady when you write. All inquiries should be addressed to "The Land" Newspaper, Box 1558, G.P.O. Sydney, and not to our veterinarian personally. Cause of Deaths of Rams after Long Rail Journeys Not Known
DEATHS and ill-health among rams during and following protracted railway journeys have been known for many years in Australia, and quite recently I encountered such a happening. The incidence of death and of…
Continued on Trove, page 30 →ON and Off the Farm Two Snakes, Two Bites
An unusual case is reported from Dyrabba, near casino, on the Richmond River. A horse belonging to Mr. C. F. Harris, an R.S.L. councillor of…
Continued on Trove, page 5 →Side Lights on Farming Combining Celery and Lettuce
A plant called "Celtuce" combines the uses and flavors of celery and…
Continued on Trove, page 24 →Our Readers Views a Call for Farm Unity Letters to the Editor must include the name and address of writer, not necessarily for publication. The Editor is not responsible for the opinions of correspondents. to the Editor of "The Land."
Sir.—I would like to congratulate Mr. Jacob on his letter ("Land," 17/2/'50). Let's stop the bickering and get on with the job. That is…
Continued on Trove, page 10 →Junior Farmers Win High Praise at Show
THE Junior Farmer section at last week's Newcastle Show was an outstanding contribution to the rural outlook…
Continued on Trove, page 9 →Move to Cut Sales Tax on Farm Plant
The Federal Treasurer (Mr. Fadden) had informed the F.S.A. that he would set up a committee to examine claims for sales. tax…
Continued on Trove, page 10 →MISCELLANEOUS If in doubt about any of the multitude of general questions that crop up from time to time, consult "The Land." Pump for Drum
"Inquirer": Could you tell me where I could purchase a pump for removing petrol or kerosene from a 44-gal. drum?…
Continued on Trove, page 25 →British Migrant For Farm Work
"Farmer": Where would I write to for an English migrant for farm work? Answer: Generally speaking, most…
Continued on Trove, page 25 →Youths, Girls Leaving Farms
DAIRY production had not increased despite a wonderful season, Mr. R. L. Fitzgerald, M.L.A., said last week. Mr. Fitzgerald was speaking at the…
Continued on Trove, page 14 →Wife Investing Money In Farm
"J.K.": If the sale to the wife is a bona fide transaction for value, then this transaction can be carried out and the husband and wife would then own the…
Continued on Trove, page 25 →Farmers Should Back P.p. Bds. Rabbit Campaign
YERONG CREEK F.S.A. decided at its last meeting to urge landowners to give more support to P.P. Boards in…
Continued on Trove, page 12 →Big Returns For Linseed Farmers
SOME N.S.W. farmers who grew linseed last year made three times as much as those who grow wheat alone…
Continued on Trove, page 10 →Poultry's Place In Developing Better Grasslands Fold Unit Is Popular In Britain's Diversified Farming System
BENEFITS of poultry on grassland had been exploited to a much larger degree in Britain than in Australia, where conditions were not as suited to the system because of the effect of long dry spells on the grass covering, said Mr. G. W. Smith, poultry livestock officer at Wagga Agricultural College, who recently visited the United…
Continued on Trove, page 21 →Rice Farms Sell For Huge Prices
RICE farms in the Griffith area are fetching huge prices. Up in £32 per acre is being paid. Mr. York (Griffith agronomist) said…
Continued on Trove, page 10 →State Winner Of Junior Farmer Leadership Contest For Sydney Royal Show
ADELAIDE.—Winner of the Junior Farmer leadership competition in South Australia will compete with other State winners for the championship at the Sydney Royal Show during Easter. Entries closed this week…
Continued on Trove, page 23 →Junior Farmer Show Exhibits Judged By Former Members
DURING this season of agricultural shows on the South Coast there is considerable activity among members of Junior Farmers Clubs, who…
Continued on Trove, page 21 →Rich Flats For Farms; Homes On Higher Country
To the Editor, "The Farmer and Settler," Sir:—Kempsey town and district are fast recovering from the last inundation. Floods have altered the…
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