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But if Extension specialists at the University of Delaware are right in their predictions, farmers who grow com under irrigation will be ies” PH TAM AGRI CORPORATION bringing in some bonanza yields over the next couple of years. With 200-bushel-an-acre harvests in mind, the Delaware Cooperative Extension Service has launched its “First State Irrigation Program” - a program designed to help com farmers get the most out of present production technology. “Most grain farmers have had limited experience with irrigation,” says Extension agronomist Dr. William H. Mitchell, in explaining the need for the program. “It represents a new type of farming with greatly in creased yields and higher profit potentials. With water no longer the yield-limiting factor, there can be less fluctuations in crop yields and more stability in the farming operation. 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At this time certain diagnostic tests such as leaf tissue analysis will be performed. This will make it possible to detect micro-nutrient deficiencies (717) 273-6478 Lancaster Farming, Saturday, May 13,1978 in time to correct them. Production details will be carefully recorded. After yield data has been collected at the end of the season, a “Governor’s Trophy” will be presented to the top com grower in the program. Top yield will be determined by sampling at six locations, chosen at random, in a one-acre block selected by the grower. Participants pay an entry fee of $5O for each irrigation unit entered. This fee will be used to (1) purchase three rain gauges for each en trant; (2) analyze soil samples from top and subsoil; (3) analyze com tissue samples; (4) process production data; and (5) obtain aerial photographs using color and infrared film. If possible, data will be computerized. The aerial photographs will help to pinpoint problems of water application, disease, and fertility. It is hoped that industry sponsors will pick up the tab for farmer entry fees. It is also hoped that industry representatives will become directly involved in this race to break the 200-bushel yield barrier on Delaware farms by visiting individual growers and offering their own advice as to how to improve production. Mitchell says farmers are enthusiastic about the possibilities of growing 200- bushel-an-acre com. They’re testing out a number of good solid practices to see which combinations will work best for them. More are expected to join as the program becomes better known. Delaware com farmers who are interested in en tering the First State Irrigation Program should contact their county Ex tension office in Newark, Dover, or Georgetown. 4-H club meets READING - The Western Berks 4-H Dairy Club met on May 5, at the home of Lori & Karen Lesher. Fifteen members were present. Future dates for the year were discussed. After the meeting, leaders showed the club members how to clip an animal. The next meeting of the group will be held at the home of club leader John Stump, on June 2. 133
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