Ironwood Daily Globe from Ironwood, Michigan • Page 7

Dwarf Trees Said to Have Fine Fruit Bend them, twist them, tie them in knots, enjoy the fruit from them just one or two years after planting a one year old grafted tree. Such is the "beauty" of compact or "dwarf," if you prefer apple trees, says Andrew F. Bednar, County Extension agent. Similar compact trees, although not quite as versatile, are also available in pear, peach and plum. The tart cherry tree is another.

They, too, do not grow large and can be cared for quite easily. And there are sweet cherry trees which can be trained to remain small and productive. Robert F. Carlson, Michigan State University professor of horticulture and secretary of the Dwarf Fruit Tree Association, points out that these compact trees are economical and beautiful additions to home landscapes. The most commonly planted compact fruit trees, he says, are the dwarf apple varieties.

The best are those grafted on East Mailing IX rootstocks. "These trees will grow five to six feet at maturity, and will bear fruit the second year after planting," he comments. "When a large tree is needed, a variety on the East Mailing VII rootstock is most ideal. This tree will grow eight to 10 feet in height." For best results in growing apples, contends Carlson, two varieties should be planted. "Examples would be Mclntosh and Golden Delicous or Red Delicous and Cortland.

Other varieties which should be considered are Indared, an apple which can be stored all winter and remain in fine condition, and Lodi, a good early variety which is large and makes good pie and applesauce to August." Carlson says these dwarf apple trees can be twisted into almost any shape even to the point of tying the trees in knots. These "shaping" techniques, he explains, can control both the height and the spread of the dwarf trees. Much of this sizing can be controlled with annual pruning, but several other techniques may also be used. With "branch spreading," for example, a wire is used to jive a branch a wider angle or bring it back closer to the trunk of the young ree. For unusual design or wide angle branches, a tree that is one year or less can actually be tied into knots.

Thisj works effectively when tree wood is young and tender and does not hamper its growth. Another compact fruit tree that is appealing for home land- scape is the dwarf pear. son explains that this tree has I an upright growth habit and 1 fine tasting fruit. "Dwarf pear trees have long! flexible branches that can be' bent outward into umbrella; forms," he explains. "At least two varieties must be planted for pollination and fruiting.

Barlett and Bosc or Bartlett and Clapps Favorite are good pear varieties that are available in dwarf forms." "Home owners who like small fruit trees may also want to grow sweet cherry trees," comments Carlson, "but there is a problem with the birds eating the cherries before they are ripe. "When these are planted in the back yard, they should be trained and pruned to a height of less than eight feet. Then they can be covered with cheesecloth at fruiting time to keep the birds away. "The training of these trees can be done by bending the branches and tying them down to a horizontal position. central leader can be cut out to prevent further growth in height." Productive sweet cherry varieties are Hedelfingen, Napoleon, Schmidt and Windsor.

"Plant two varieties for a good fruiting," comments Carlson. Tart cherry trees are also popular for growing on the home grounds, and they're less attractive to birds. "Montmorency is the variety to plant," contends Carlson. "One variety is enough for fine fruiting." Carlson advises that insect and disease control practices should also be followed to keep the trees healthy and productive. For more information on these topics, he recommends Extension Folder F-17, "Pest Control Program for Home Grown Fruit," available by writing to the Bulletin Office, Agriculture Hall, Michigan State University, East Lansing, 48823.

Herd Report Russell Saari, Gogebic County Dairy Herd Improvement Association tester, reports these following eows produced more than 50 pounds of butterfat in April. Ownrr, Names Milk Pet. BF D. Liramakka, Spotty 1890 D. Liimakka, Cindy 2030 M.

Jacobson, Flair 1560 D. Liimakka, Millie .1890 D. Liimakka. Dolly .1730 D. Liimakka, Princess .2120 L.

Tassava, Ede ...1670 D. Liimakka, Misty ....1580 D. Liimakka, Ada 1500 M. Jacobson, Holly 1310 L. Tassava, Alice ...1500 D.

Liimakka, Freckles .1440 D. Liimakka, Sarge 1580 M. Jacobson, Cookie ...1140 L. Tassava, Lassie 1320 D. Liimakka, Kay 1320 M.

Jacobson, Heidi 1100 D. Lnmakka. Pixie ...1020 D. Liimakka, Robie 1670 M. Jacobson, Sparkle .1010 D.

Liimakka, Candice 1520 D. Liimakka, Mae 1430 D. Liimakka, Bonnie 1110 M. Jacobson, Lassie 1010 L. Tassava, Cindy ...1460 L.

Taassava, Stripe 1310 M. Jacobson, Ginger 770 81 4.3 79 3.9 79 5.1 74 3.9 74 4.3 70 3.3 67 4.0 65 4.1 65 4.3 63 4.8 62 4.1 62 4.3 60 3.8 59 5.2 58 4.4 57 4.3 56 5.1 56 5.5 55 3.3 55 5.4 53 3.5 53 3.7 53 4.8 53 5.3 51 3.5 51 3.9 50 6.5 Trails Topic Of Workshop Planning and the development of recreational trails in Wisconsin will be the topic of a public workshop at Rhinelander on Saturday, May 13, starting at 9 a.m. This workshop is being sponsored by the Wisconsin Conservation Department, according to H. W. Kinney, resource development agent of Iron County.

The Conservation Department is in the process of preparing a "state trail report" which will recommend a statewide system of interlinking trails. Public interest in trails has grown with the increased interest in snowmobiling, hiking, horsebackriding, cycling, and canoeing. The workshop proposes to obtain ideas and proposals for new trails as well as data on trail needs, improvements and use. Interlinking statewide trails, a system of trail classification, trail standards for each trail type, standard signs or marking systems and encourage voluntary groups, private enterprise, individuals and public agencies to work together on the trail projects are some of the main objectives the Wisconsin Conservation Department proposes for the study. Interested individuals and representatives of groups or governmental agencies are invited to attend.

Development Of Sites Urged A Sunday afternoon drive usually reveals several gravel pits and rock or mineral exra- vation sites. These sites often offend the tourist and sometimes lower land values of surrounding property, according to H. W. Kinney, Iron County resource agent. Rehabilitation and development of these excavation sites can have the opposite effect they now have.

Robert EUarson, University of Wisconsin wildlife specialist, points out that the areas can be made beautiful and can raise surrounding land values as well as the value of the site itself. The scarred landscape is often used as trash dumps. If these abandoned gravel pits and quarries are large, they can be turned into some type of recreational use, cottage sites, camp sites, fishing camps or hunting resorts. These are just a few ideas. The site can be used to fit the needs of the area.

Proper development of these excavation sites can be a great financial advantage to the community. Often a small beautification project such as planting a few trees and shrubs is all that is needed to screen the eyesore from the public. If more extensive use is planned for the area then additional planning, labor and expense will be required. Steep raw slopes may need to be graded to they can be seeded to grass and prevent further erousion. Local civic, community or youth groups could do a great service to the community by helping to beautify such areas.

Agent Gives Pruning Tips Evergreens represent a substantial investment for the homeowner they should be a permanent one. With proper care, evergreens can be kept indefinitely. H. W. Kinney, resource development agent of Iron County, says most evergreens used around the house as foundation plantings need yearly pruning to keep them in good condition and at the desired size.

It's best to prune evergreens before growth starts la the spring, or during the semi-dormant period in mid-summer. Study the natural form of the evergreen before you start to' prune. Then try to follow the general branch pattern to preserve the character of the plant. Try to cut back to side shoots or buds so as to leave a natural look. When you're done, the evergreen should still look like an evergreen.

Cut off as much wood as is needed to shape the plant properly. If you prune every year, this will usually be about two- thirds of the new growth. When purning evergreens always use sharp pruning shears or a sharp knife. Bulletins on the care of evergreens are available at the County Extension Office, says Kinney. CAP Benefits Many Persons So far in 1966 and 1967, 200,000 acres of cropland in the State of Michigan have been diverted from crop production to soil and water conservation, reforestation, vegetative cover for the benefit of wildlife to provide food and habitat, fish ponds and fishing sites.

There are 150,000 acres open to the public for hunting, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor recreational uses. Frank Light, chairman of the Michigan ASC State Committee, announces that this is a result of the 1965 Agriculture Act which provided that agricultural producers who wished to make an orderly transition from farming to other types of occupation, or because of advanced age or health could no longer actively engage in farming, could retire their land and receive an annual adjustment payment. A program such as this then provides direct benefits to both the rural and urban people. The Cropland Adjustment Program is authorized through 1969 at which time the national goal is to retire eight million acres from crop production and convert it to uses beneficial to all people and at the same time provide a reasonable return to the land owner for his investment. Light further points out that such programs bring about an orderly transition of rural Me and a much needed land use adjustment which protects natural resources to the benefit of all.

Special Seed Type Advised Ernest Christiansen, I County agriculture agent, says that certified seed assures var- ietal purity and dependable performance year after year. Var- ietal purity has been maintained throughout processing and storage into the market place. The seedlot has been approved by a certifying agency. In Wisconsin, the source of certified seed is the foundation seedstock division at the university. This seed is then grown by certified seed producers, who must meet such requirements as keeping clean grain drill, keeping the seed labelled, and after processing, submitting samples to the state laboratory for minimum standards testing.

The certification program also includes field inspections to check on possible varietal mixtures and weed problem. The actual certification is done by the Wisconsin Crop Improvement Association. Elwood Brickbauer, University of Wisconsin agronomist, does point out, however, that not all certified seed is exactly the same. In terms of genetic purity it is all the same but there may be differences in, for example, seed plumpness and germination rates. Where can certified seed be bought? Christiansen says that a certified seed producers' directory is available from the college of agriculture and from University Extension agents in Iron County.

Irorrwood Dally Globe, Mdtay, May 5, 1967 FAOf 7 Grants Received by 7 Michigan Colleges WASHINGTON (AP) Seven Michigan colleges have received federal grants to improve undergraduate instruction, U. S. Sen. Philip Hart, said Wednesday. The colleges include: Lansing Community College, $18,661, Northern Michigan University, $34,282, Western Michigan University, $45,866, Grand Rapids Junior $19,213, De Lima Junior College, Oxford, $6,274, Suomi College, Hancock, $6,309, Hope College, Holland, $47,394.

Iranians reckon time from the Hegira, the flight of Mohammed to Medina in A. D. 622. Feeding During Dry Period Can Be Profitable There is a lot of profit to be gained in dry period feeding, according to Ernest Christiansen, Iron County agriculture agent. The dry period of a dairy cow should be used for accomplishing several objectives.

The goals are a good healthy calf and helping the cow produce milk to its genetic potential during the next lactation. The opposite effect may happen if it is neglected. The dry cow must be fed a ration which contains enough protein and energy to meet the needs of both the cow's body and the calf. In addition to protein and energy, the nutrients most apt to be lacking are calcium, phosphorus and vitamin A. Each kind of roughage needs to be supplemented in a different way.

It is difficult for high producing cows to consume enough nutrients during early lactation to meet the demands for their maximum milk producing ability. If they have some extra body weight they will use it for increased milk production. Another important consideration is the detrimental effects on digestion or changing the ration. If the dry cow is allowed to get its rumen organisms adjusted to the same type of roughage that will be fed during early lactation a drop in milk production can be avoided. This adjustment will also help in preventing ketosis, which is basically related to insufficient available energy during early lactation.

If milk fever is a problem, recent research has shown that much can be done during the dry period to prevent it. Feeding rations containing either too much calcium or too little phosphoric and having Ca: ratios of during the dry period will result in a high incidence of milk fever. If adequate phosphorus is provided and the calcium: phosphorus is held between 1:1 and 2:1 milk fever incidence will be greatly reduced. When alfalfa and other legumes are used as the principal roughage this is extremely hard to do. Alfalfa is much higher in calcium than phosphorus.

Where milk fever is a serious problem it may be best to utilize grasses or corn silage for all or part of the roughage during the dry period and supplement adequately with protein, calcium and phosphorus. Feeding vitamin has indicated that some protection against milk fever can be obtained if fed about five days before the predicted due date and continuing for about seven days. Thus the dry period offers many opportunities to increase the over-all efficiency of the dairy enterprise. It should be carefully planned and not regarded by the herdsman as a time for relaxation of management. Lawn Needs Pointed Out Fertilization and bolster seeding are essential to any good lawn, reports a Michigan State University crop scientist.

The scientist points out that fertilizers comparatively rich in nitrogen are recommended for grass. And he offers some tips for applying this lawn food effectively. "Granular or pelleted types of fertilizers apply neatly with spreaders and roll from the grass foliage so that there's no danger of burn," he explains. "Recommended rates are about one pound of nitrogen for every 1,000 square feet of lawn. That would be about three pounds of a fertilizer containing 35 per cent nitrogen or five pounds of one containing 20 per cent nitrogen.

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