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Reduced Way To Fight Dutch Elm Disease Extension Comments (iy Goorgo J. Young, Extension Advisor, McHonry County, Unlvorsity of Illinois) Crop Report The number of acres planted is only one factor that affects the price farmers receive for their grain. Producers interested in a complete analysis of the July 12 U.S. Department of Agriculture crop report to be released by Washington can attend a grain marketing and prices outlook meeting July 12, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Extension office in Woodstock over the TeleNet system. Tom Hieronymus and Tom Elam, University of Illinois E x t e n s i o n m a r k e t i n g specialists, will discuss the repent as it relates to crop conditions in Illinois. In ad­ dition, the marketing team will examine the world food supply and demand situation, the effects of weather, U.S. export prospects and the grain storage situation. Jim Gill and Kejrmit Stumbo of the Illinois Agricultural association will also be on the program to share their reac­ tions to the crop report. In addition to the crop situation the marketing specialists will look at the livestock picture for late summer and early fall. Pseudorabies In the current Ag Scene newsletter from the Illinois Department of Agriculture there is a detailed Pseudorabies update. Illinois had eighteen cases in 1975, seventy-five in 1976 and thirty- four in the period Jan. 1-May IS, 1977. Iowa is reported as having 369 cases during the period Jan. 1-May 19, 1977. If a person wants a copy 'of this detailed report, he can write the Illinois Department of Agriculture, Junior Livestock building, State fairgrounds, Springfield, 62706, or call the office in Woodstock. Don't confuse pseudorabies with rabies. Pseudorabies does not affect humans while rabies can. There have been twelve positive cases of rabies in Illinois between January and April, 1977. , Cook out Contest WANTED: Males 12 years of age or older, interested in sharing a favorite pork cookout recipe. * *'.yj- The contest will be held at the Crystal Point mall, Saturday, July 9, at 11 a.m. Prizes will be awarded and the winner will be eligible to participate in the state contest held at the Illinois State fair. The public is invited to attend and pork recipes will be available. For contest rules and entry information contact Bunnell Russell, 385-3878; or the Cooperative Extension service, 338-3737 or 4747. Estate Planning Anew publication, "Planning Agricultural Estates after the Tax Reform act of 1976" is hot off the press. It's number is AC4432. There are copies in the office. Soils Tour One-hundred and ten soil cores were pulled last week at the soils workshop. It wouldn't have been possible without the use of'both the U. of I. probe truck out of Urbana and the U. of W. probe truck from Madison. These visual aids should benefit McHenry county students for years to come. Milking In Summer Harvest time comes twice daily on most dairy farms. The kind of job done may determine the amount of milk obtained from the herd. Dairy producers who depend on their herd for a major share of farm income can't afford to let summer's field work pressures interfere with milking. Any production decreases resulting from irregular milking schedules or a sloppy milking jqjb probably will cause lower production throughout the cow's lactation. Top production depends on milking the herd about the s a m e t i m e , m o r n i n g a n d evening. It also depends on a milking routine designed to milk out every cow thoroughly in the least time. Following are some tips: -Wash and massage each cow's teats and udder about one minute before attaching the milking machine. -Remove the machine when the milk flow stops. Turn off the vacuum source before removing the machine. -Treat the teats with an approved dip solution after removing the machine. -Keep the machine clean and in top repair. Be sure it maintains a stable vacuum level. Have the machine ser­ viced at least twice a year. Coming Events (call our office, 338-3737 or -4747, for details.) July 7, 208 Agricultural Pollution update report - July 12, Report on USDA Crop report and Fall Pricing comfrieritS July 19, Oat Variety Plot Twilight meeting July 20,22, Hog Carcass show * July 25, Insect Twilight meeting , July 26, Beekeepers .July 27, 30, Beef Carcass show Advice For New Parents: Try Babyproofing Most parent* agree that the arrival of a new baby is one of the greatest events of their shared lives. Despite the search for knowledge about baby care that precedes child­ birth, many new parents are caught off guard by the sur­ prises that daily care of an infant brinfi. Dr. Solomon Katz, Di­ rector of the Center for Re­ search in Child Growth and Development at Children's Hospital in Philadelphia, sug­ gests that parents practice "babyproofing" to help dur­ ing the sometimes difficult period of adjustment follow­ ing a baby's arrival. What is babyproofing? Ac­ cording to Dr. Katz, "Baby­ proofing is a way of thinking which enables parents to an­ ticipate their, baby's safety and comfort within the home and prepare accordingly." Dr. Katz, who suggests the nur­ sery as a good place to start babyproofing, has tips to guide parents "in preparing their baby's room. Before use, the crib should be thoroughly cleaned, with its mechanical parts put in good working order. Avoid placing the crib against an outsidie wall (which may lose heat at night), or in direct line With hot or cold air ducts, which may dry out a baby's mouth and throat, making him more susceptible to upper respiratory illnesses. Plants are a natural source of moisture and freshness for a baby's room -- or for the home. But many common house plants can be harmful, or even fatal, if eaten. Poison­ ous plants include some phij- odendrons, hyacinth and daf- School's Out Even though children are on vacation from school, the Illinois Office of Education has asked motorists to continue their vigilance for children on bicycles or on foot. "Statistics warn that though school is out of session for the summer, the dangers of accidents involving youngsters are just as real," said State School Superin­ tendent Joseph M. Cronin. "The danger zones have shifted from the school building area to the residential neighborhood and public recreation areas." fodil bulbs and dieffenbachia. The eating of poisonous plants recently surpassed aspirin as a leading cause of accidental poisoning of small children. Be certain that only safe "babyproof" plants are In your home. There are many precaution­ ary measures recommended as part of the babyproofing plan. For example, a baby should never be left alone in tiie tub, sink or on a changing ta­ ble. House­ hold valua­ bles and dan­ gerous ob­ jects should be placed securely out of baby's reach, along with cleaning products, tools, glass and medicines. "The developing love be­ tween parents and baby may be enriched as a result of babyproofing," says Dr. Katz. "Parents who invest time in preventive measures on theii baby's behalf will be more re­ laxed and enjoy being with their child more fully," he explains. Dr. Katz's advice has been incorporated into a booklet entitled "The Gentle Art of Babyproofing," developed for the Baby Fresh Wipes Con­ sumer Education Program for new parents. Free. copies are available, upon request, by writing to: Baby Fresh, Scott Paper Co., P.O. Box 426Q, Chester, PA 19016. Dutch elm disease has long been the bane of homeowners and municipalities. Few environmental prob­ lems cause more grief than los­ ing stately old trees that pro­ vide cooling shade, absorb f urban noise, produce oxygen lor the atmosphere, and are just plain nice to look at. They also add substantially to property values. Now it appears that there's a way to help control Dutch elm disease. 'Arbotect' 20-&, a new fungicide, has been reg­ istered for use by the Envir­ onmental Protection Agency (EPA). The compound is man­ ufactured by Merck & Co., Inc., Rah way, N. J. -" 'Arbotect', when used as part of a comprehensive con­ trol program, helps prevent the disease," says Dr. Ronald Landis, manager of agricul- , tural chemical development for the health products firm. "The fungicide can also help control the disease in newly- infected trees, as long as the disease isn't too far ad» vanced," Landis says. The chemical is injected directly into elm trees. The trees take up the fungicide through the sapwood. The 'Arbotect' label calls for use by arborists or others trained in treating trees. Plugs Tree Tissues Dutch elm disease is caused * by a fungus carried by elm bark beetles. The,fungus In­ vades and plugtup water-con­ ducting tree tissues. The tree wilts, and usually dies. Dutch elm disease is currently report­ ed in 41 states, causing the greatest damage in the Mid­ west and Northeast. Since 1930, when the disease was first discovered in the U. S., 56% of- elms standing in urban areas have died, mostly due to Dutch elm disease, according to the U.S. Forest Service. The first symptoms usually show up in the leaves on branches where the beetles are feeding. Hie leaves wilt, yellow, turn brown sttid fall off prematurely. Another im­ portant symptom is blackish flecks or streaks beneath the bark in infected twigs. Once the symptoms are visible in the crown -- the uppermost part of the tree --- the disease moves rapidly throughout the tree and control is difficult. The tree should be treated before 5% of the crown is affected. Four Step Control The control of Dutch elm disease requires a compre­ hensive, four-step ptfigmm,.... ' Merck scientists say. Hm#V what they recommend. 1. Sanitation. SinCe dead or dying elm trees provide breeding sites for beetles which transmit the disease-causing fungus, it's important to remove them. The dead wood should bl burned, buried, chipped or debarked. It should not be kept for firewood unless it's debarked. Another tip: Don't prune your elms when beetles are - active, usually May and Auguat. They'll be attracted to the wounds, and carry the - •••••••••••••••••••«4 i V.A. NEWS I (EDITOR'S NOTE: Following are representative questions answered daily by VA coun­ selors. Full information is available at any VA office). Q - Are there VA education loans available to assist a child r e c e i v i n g d e p e n d e n t s educational assistance?' * A - If die child is enrolled at least <m a half-time basis, he may borrow up to $1,500 per academic year to pursue a standard college degree program or if enrolled in a professional or Vocational objective program requiring at least six months for com­ pletion. Financial need is a requirement. The current rate of interest is 7 per cent. Q - Isn't there a new provision in the VA pension law which pays aq, increased amount for an older veteran? A - Veterans 7gyears of age or older on VA pension rolls are entitled to an additional 25 per cent increase for all current law pension rates. Q - What is a contingent , beneficiary for my Veterans Group Life Insurance? A - A contingent beneficiary is designated to receive the insurance proceeds if the principal beneifciary dies before the insured. Eating Better FROM START TO FINISH The Kitchen Almanac 'Arbotect' is applied by injection into the trees. It is best to use 'Arbotect' preventively. Apply when leaves approach (tall size. That's late May through June. Therapeutic treatment should bemade as soon as symptoms appear. That's usually late June through August. Label directions call for use by arbor­ ists or others trained in tree treatment. fungus directly into the tree. 2. Control adult beetles. ' Trees should be sprayed with recommended insecti­ cides to prevent the beetles from attacking and infecting healthy trees. 3. Eliminate root contact between diseased and healthy trees. Since the disease-causing fungi travel down to the roots as well as up through the branches, it's important to eliminate root grafts between diseased and healthy trees. Digging a trench between them will do the job. There are also chemicals that destroy root grafts. Again, this is usually a job for an arborist or landscape contractor with labor-saving trenching machinery. 4. Apply 'Arbotect' 203. Finally, to fight the disease- causing fungus itself, have a trained person apply 'Arbo­ tect' 20-8 fungicide, accord­ ing to label directions. It is best to use 'Arbotect' preventively. Apply when leaves approach' full size. That's late May through June. Therapeutic treatment should be made as soon as symptoms appear, usually late June through August. Consult your local arborist for more details. Helpful hints ... On broiling fish (from the National Marine Fisheries Ser­ vice) -- "Frozen fish is ususlly thawed before broiling. Fresh or thawed fillets and steaks are placed in a pre heated broiler 3 to 4 inches, from the broiling unit. Hie distance from the source of heat for split fish 4Varies from 2 to 6 inches. .. "The fish is brushed several times with oil, melted butter or margarine. Some chefs pre­ fer to dust the fish lightly with seasoned flour when pre- paring it for broiling. "Steaks are turned once, fillets are never turned. "When fish is charcoal grilled, the grill should be suf­ ficiently hot to mark the fish." To protect cut apples from darkening, mix them with other fruit -- lemon, orange, grapefruit or pine­ apple -- before adding other ingredients. PAGE 19- PLAINDEALER- WEDNESDAY, JULY «. 1977 WHO KNOWS! 1. Whdh were transistors demonstrated? 2. When dul France pres- sent the Statue of Liberty to the U.S.? 3. July 4th was the birth­ day of what famous song­ writer? 4. What is the nickname for Colorado? 5. What is the capital of Paraguay? 6. When did prohibition become effective? 7. What "first" occurred on July 16, 1945? 8" Which President was shot on July 2, 1881? • 9. What is the birthstorie for July? 10.Define aplomb. Answers To Who Knows 1. June 30, 1838, by Bcftl Laboratory scientists. *• 2. July 4, 1884. 3. Stephen Foster. 182<>. 4. The Centennial Stato. 5. Asuncion. 6. June 30, 1919. \ ' ' ~ "A 7. The first atomic bomb was exploded at Alamo- gordo, N.M. 8. James A. Garfield. 9. Ruby. l6.Poise; self-assurance; self-confidcncc. From the American Frozen Food Institute: for peak qual­ ity in frozen foods, keep your freezer at 0° F. or below.' • • * Meat freshness -- Keeping meat cold before and after it is purchased if the moet im- portant rule in maintaining freshness, according to ex­ perts at the American Meat Institute. They say that meat should be the last item to be selected at the supermarket. Then it should be taken home immediately and refrigerated or frozen until used. • » » Then there's this tip on how to accurately measure flour for baking: Spoon un­ sifted flour lightly into a measuring cup until cup is overflowing. (Do not tip or shake cup!) Level off top with straight edge of knife orspatula. The jealous woman is a many-splendored thing. "spurgeonV DON'T MISS OUR JULY SALE OF SUMMER CLEARANCE MDSE. 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