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<1 ' % l»4r.K 14 - PLA1NDEAI.ER-WEDNESDAY. SEPTEMBER 8. 1976 Extension Comments (By George Young, Kx tension Adviser, Agriculture McHenry County) Quality Corn Silage - Mar vpsting your corn crop as silage Will give you the greatest ^amount of total digestible (nutrients. It is one of the easier crops to ensile, but certain principles should be followed to prevent ' excessive losses in harvesting and storage ^ The moisture content of the yihole corn plant should be about 65 percent for best en­ tiling and maximum yield of digestible nutrients per acre. At this moisture level, the kernels will be fully dented. A few lower leaves may have dropped off, but this small loss will be more than offset by the increased weight of the grain Ensiling corn silage in tower silos at about 70 percent moisture results in seepage and a loss of digestible nutrients. Excess moisture also causes poor fermentation. Chop the silage finely ('4 to one-half inch lengths) to allow denser packing in the silo Use silage distributors to obtain a uniform density. Fill the silo rapidly to reduce the amount of time the silage is exposed to oxygen. Rapidly eliminating oxygen from the ensiled material favors the develop ment of acid-forming bacteria rather than molds and yeasts Match the silo size (diameter and height) with filling- capacity and feeding rate for structures that cannot prevent the entrance of oxygen between filling periods and between feeding periods. A non-oxygen limiting silo should be filled in one day if possible, but cer­ tainly within two to three days. Don't enter a partially filled upright silo after silage has set overnight or longer. Dangerous gases form as the silage fer­ ments slnd oxygen is eliminated from the silo. Such an en vironment can cuase suf­ focation within a few minutes, so operate the silo blower for at least 10 minutes before en­ tering. The feeding rate from such silos should be at least two inches from the exposed sur­ face per day during cool weather and three to four in­ ches per day during warm weather. This will prevent spoilage of the silage exposed to oxygen. Late harvested or frost-killed corn may be less than 50 per­ cent moisture at ensiling time. Corn ensiled too dry may heat to temperatures above 100 degrees F. and protein digestibilty will be reduced. Excluding oxygen through fine chopping, dense packing and rapid filling, and maintaiining the silo in good condition to obtain an airtight seal will reduce heating. Drought-damaged corn will be made into silage in some areas of McHenry County in 1976. The feed value of drought- damaged com silage will likely be different from average corn silage Corn lacking ear development will probably be higher in crude proten but lower in carbohydrates (energy). A feed analysis will be needed to wisely balance animal rations using drought- damaged corn silage Nitrate content of drought- damaged corn silage may be high enough to be hazardous when led uk the only feed to unimnU Nitrates accumulate more in the lower stalk portion ol corn,. So to reduce nitrate conU«'.< in corn silage, I'niveraity ol Illinois specialists recommend cutting the corn eight to ten inches above the soil surface Nitrates are higher in younger plants so delaying harvesting will also help Bain will mobilize soil nitrogen and corn may increase in nitrate content following a rain If nitrate toxicity is feared in drought damaged corn, delay harvesting silage following a rain Vacation Observation - Linda, the girls and I camped on our vacation last week. We cautioned Amy, our 4'--year- old about poison ivy and wat­ ched her and Sara, our l'a- yearold, like hawks to protect them from the three shiny leaves. They made it OK but Linda and 1 both let our guard down for ourselves and we itched for a few days As the busy harvest season ap­ proaches. don't let your guard down around your potentially dangerous farming equipment Winterize Sprayer - Cleaning, checking and protecting your spray equipment now will save vou time and frustration next spring when spraying activities begin. Ordering replacement parts now is also a good idea. Adequare Phosphorus Summer -diets for dairy cattle are most likely deficient in phosphorus Pastures or green cropped forages made up of over one-half legumes will furnish plenty of calcium but will be short on phosphorus. Feed adequate amounts of a mineral supplement containing at least 15 percent phosphorus to compensate for this deficiency. Divide Lilies - Garden lilies showing reduced size and vigor of blooms may be overcrowded and need dividing After the foliage and stems are dead, the bulbs can be lifted and im­ mediately replanted in a well- drained area The addition of fertilizer high in phosphorus, sand and organic matter will provide a good media for growth next year Soil Test - Now is a good time to take soil samples for field crops and home gardens Soil tests should be made at least once every four years. Call the office for instructions on how to take samples properly. Production Credit Group In 43rd Meeting The Northeast Illinois Production Credit association holds its forty-third annual meeting Wednesday. Sept 15, at the Harvard Moose lodge. Gene Slack, president, has announced. Alan Ainger, Harvard board member who is chairman of the board, will preside during the business session. The dinner is set for 7:30 p.m. Beservations can be made through the PCA office in Woodstock. Ainger is the only director whose term expires this year. He is standing for re-election and Ainger and Ed Gourley, Woodstock, are the only nominees for the vacancy. Recognition awards will be presented during the meeting, honoring those who have been long time employees of the farmer-owned cooperative. The PCA specializes in providing shorter term loans to farmers and others in agricultural- related business who qualify for loans. Health Systems Agency Board In Sept 9 Meeting The Health Systems agency for Kane, Lake and McHenry ^ counties. Inc., will be holding a special board of directors 1 meeting Thursday, Sept. 9, beginning at 7 p.m. in The Corporate Office, 400 South Old Band road, Lake Zurich. The Health Systems agency has been designated by the Department of ~ Health, Education, & Welfare to provide health planning ser­ vices for the residents of Kane, Lake and McHenry counties. Area residents are encouraged to attend meetings and par­ ticipate in agency activities. BICENTENNIAL DESIGN - Mary Bychowski, 21, of 7907 Mill street, Solon Mills, stands beneath the sign she painted for the Village of Spring Grove in observance of the Bicentennial year. Eastwood Manor Gene & Carole Diedrich 344-2899 "Manor" Column Has New Husband- I SERVICE NEWS | Wlf» WrWn9 Team TRANSFEKED EBIC II. WEISS Eric H. Weiss, son of Mrs. Jane Weiss of McHenry and the late Howard Weiss, completed Navy ground school and flight training in August at Pensacola Fl., and has been assigned to report to Corpus Christi, Tx. for further training. He will be working with the P-3 multi- engine submarine search airplane. He and his wife, Buth, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T P. Mathews of Wonder Lake, will make their home there for the next year. Eric is a 1971 graduate of McHenry Com munity high school. CHUCKLE COLUMN More Losses After his two terms in the White House, former President Eisenhower continued his avid in­ terest in golf One day. after a round on the links, a locker room attendant asked Ike if he had noticed anything different since leaving the White House "Yes," said Mr Eisenhower "A lot more golfers are beating me these days " In case you missed the last Eastwood Manor subdivision column, our former writer, Mary Ann Bellak and her family have recently moved from our area. Although we will miss them, we wish the Bellak's the best of luck in their new home. GREETINGS Hi! We are your new columnists. Neither of us has ever written for a newspaper before, so we would like to ask one thing, HELP! Any news items, questions, beefs, etc., will be greatly appreciated. Please feel free to call. Bemember, this is your column. SPEED LIMIT We would like to remind drivers that the speed limit is 20 mph on our subdivision roads. Especially now that school is back in session. Remember, even with warnings, children sometimes forget. Please help us keep our children safe. BELATED BIBTHDAY WISHES Well, better late than never. Happy Birthday to Terri Melone on Aug. 21. Also to A.J. Schmalz who turned six on Aug. 28. And to Derrik Schultz and Michael Diedrich, who both turned four in August. WATER SITUATION * Please let us know your comments about the water problems we've been ex­ periencing lately. VOTE One of your rights as a citizen of this country is to vote. Register now so you can par­ ticipate in the November election. RECIPE By Sarah Anne Sheridan Apples are plentiful at this time of year and a healthful item to include in your family's diet. Fried Apple Pie 2 c flour 1 t baking powder 1 t salt 2 T shortening 1 egg yolk 4 T sugar Yz c milk Thick apple sauce, well seasoned with cinnamon and nutmeg. Sift baking powder and salt with flour. Blend in shortening. Combine egg, sugjtf and milk. Stir into floiff mixture. Roll out on a floured board to V4 inch thick. Cutinto rounds about 4 to 5 inches in diameter. Spread V2 each circle with well seasoned apple sauce. Fold over the other half of crust, fastening the edges with a fork. Fry in deep fat heated to 360 degrees. Drain on absorbent paper. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Easiest A writer says there are ten ways to avoiding suc­ cess. The easiest and most pleasant way, no doubt, is to avoid work. -Journal, Atlanta. have a nice weekend, give the birds some water... vl I '"/ Band Instrument W® Rentals FROM TONES Let your child experience the joy of performing in the school band. All students are eligible to take part in the instrumental program of their respective school. Lessons and band are offered through the schools at no charge excepting that the student furnish his own instrument. For details of the total school band program, we suggest that you contact your school's band director. Parents from area schools can also obtain full information by calling us at 815-385-4646 or stopping in at our store. Don't sign any rental contract until you have talked to us. Remember at Tone's we offer quality instruments, reasonable rentals, efficient service, plus many extras that only can be offered by a local store. "SF»vr\;£_A MUSICAL McHENRY SINCE 1964" 815-385-4646 TONES Across From Jewel 1000 3719-23 W. ELM STREET McHENRV, ILL. 60050 / HELP US CEIiBRATE THE GfoawtOPEN INC OF OUR NEW tfAUKEGAN STORE •2 Drawings for Prizes* 1. EVERYONE ENTERS TO WIN A WINCHESTER BICENTENNIAL RIFLE 2. 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Double 4-inch headings lor strength and appearance triple 4 lnch headings on sheers Permanent buckram headings Triple-tacked pinch pleats Double side hems Overlocked and serged seami hidden behind the pleats with patterns carefully matched Decorator fabrics in the latest lashion colors Blind-stitched side and bottom hems Double 4-inch bottom hems Corner weights Come to Spiess . . . l e t u s s h o w y o u t h e w o n d e r f u l array of drapery fabrics from which you can choose. Our trained staff is waiting to help you make your selection and advise you on how best to dramatize your windows. o«t/ DRAPERIES, CRYSTAL LAKE AND ELGIN 'IESS 2908 W RTE. 120 ^McHenry 815-385-3585 ^ SOT. 2-10 7S 2010 WASHINGTON Wau kegan 312-662-4034/* ^ E L G I N F R E E P A R K I N G C R Y S T A L L A K E F R E E P A R K I N G J A N E P A G E P E R S O N A L S H O P P E R TickM validates first 2 hours, upper deck Elgin Plaza Parking Direct entry Into thru enclosed ramp. 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