Sweeter, lighter syrup HARRISBURG Production of maple syrup in Pennsylvania during 1981 is estimated at 62,000 gallons, up 11 percent from last year’s crop, according to the Pennsylvania Crop Reporting Service. The average opening date was February 28 and the season lasted until March 30. Overall, the season’s temperature was rated favorable by 83 percent of the producers. The sweetness of the syrup was described as high, and syrup color was mostly light. Forty-two per- New! ThelB3s Uni-Loader. variable speeds up to 6 1 mph Separate oil reservoirs for the hydraulic system and final drive protect the hydraulic system from final drive contaminants Now you’ve got a choice. Low profile. Like all Case Uni-Loader skid steers, the new 1835 has two hand levers to control power, speed, direction, all loader and bucket functions You make the decision—a 32-hp gasoline engine or a 34-hp diesel Either way you get-a dependable Case water-cooled engine that delivers power and fuel efficiency New hydrostatic drive. And more. 1835’5" heavy-duty hydrostatic drive gives you smooth, respon sive handling, with infinitely PARTS • SERVICE * RECONDITIONED TRACTORS CONVENIENT FINANCING • LEASING • RENTALS : SEE YOUR LOCAL DEALER | I FOR A GOOD DEAL ON A : CASE UNI-LOADER I ♦ ♦ *♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ZIMMERMAN’S C. & P. FULTZ EQUIP. FARM SERVICE rdi. Bethel. PA SfJSSStEf (717)933-4114 (814)422-8805 A.LHERR&BRO. 312 Park Ave. Quarryville, PA (717)786-3521 flows in Pa. cent of the producers indicated that they gather sap with buckets only, 26 percent with plastic tubing only, and 23 percent use both methods. Production of maple syrup natonally in 1981 is estimated at 1,410,000 gallons, up 45 percent from the 973,000 gallons a year earlier, and is the largest crop since 1966. Season average price at 118.10 per gallon is up $1.90 from last year. Value of production is 125.5 million is up 62 percent from a year ago. High performance. The 1835 fits through 7' door openings Features 360° turn capability for getting in and out of pens and outbuildings with ease Lift capacity 1200 lbs Lift height 9'2'’ Two additional models to choose from. Model 18168 Uni-Loader is only STAUFFER BROS., INC. PEOPLES SALES & SERVICE BINKLEY & HURST BROS. 1066 Unco 11 ! Way Wert Oakland Mills. PA 133 Rothsville Station Rd. C^.^ r A tX i r *; PA (717)463-2735 Lititz, PA (717)263-8424 (717)626-4705 (Continued from Page Dl2) straws is maintained below the critical temperature of 112 degrees Fahrenheit. Use forceps to raise the can and grasp it with one hand and quickly remove the straw from • e goblet using the forceps. Place the straw into the water and thaw for the specified tune as 1835 Uni-Loader C.H. WALTZ SONS, INC. ROl, Cogan Station, PA (717)435-2921 T&T SUPPLY, INC. RDS. Danville, PA (717)275-0927 2 mi. S. offßte 54 Correct semen handling 35" wide Features a 16-hp air cooled engine Lift capacity 700 lbs Lift height 8 Model 1845 offers choice of Case 45-hp water-cooled engines— gasoline or dies el Lift capacity 1700 lbs Lift height 9'9" See your Case dealer for the Um- Loader to suit your needs Plus parts and service backed by the Case nationwide network of com puter-linked parts depots JI Case A Tenneco Company Construction Equipment Division 700 State Street Racine. Wl 53404 USA :zm PAUL SHOVERS, INC. 35 East Willow St. Carlisle, PA (717)243-2686 E. W. BILEWICZ EQUIP., INC. Elmer Rd.. Richwood, NJ (609)881-2692 recommended by the breeding organization. Check the straw for bull name and number, dry it thoroughly with a paper towel, and protect it from rapid cooling. Cut the straw squarely and load it into a clean, warm and dry inseminating device. Lancaster Farming, Saturday, June 6,1981—D13 Keep the inseminating device warm and make a clean entry into the cow. Keep up-to-date to changes that may occur in semen handling and insemination technique. “The purpose of good semen handling is to recover and main tain the most live sperm for in semination”, notes O’Connor. “Thawing procedures have been critically tested in laboratory and the field by AI organizations and universities. The newer techniques have shown improvement, so why not pay attention to detail. Use procedures that are beneficial and increase herd conception rate,” he concludes. ANNOUNCING: LEBANON VAUBT TRACTOR. , PUU FRIDAY. JUNE 12 7:00 P.M. Lebanon Area Fair Grounds 1 mile south of Lebanon on Cornwall Road ★ CLASS B STATE SANCTION STOCK PULL ★ 6000 LBS. STREET INSPECTED FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TRUCKS Rain Date: June 13 For Further Information: PH: 717-865-2743 717-867-5251 LEBANON VALLEY TRACTOR PULLERS ASSOCIATION CUSTOM MADE FEED BINS FOR FARMS FEED MILLS • Made of 13 gauge Steel • All welded seams • Gravity Flow or Auger Free Estimates Also - Steel Roof Trusses for buildings - Portable Hog Buildings - Bucket Elevators - Grain Augers Distributors - Flow Pipes & Accessories We Sell. Service & Install Ph: 215-944-7808 STOLTZFUS WELDING SHOP Owner - Samuel P. Stoltzfus RD 1011, Dryville Rd. Fleetwood, PA 19522 v' 1 ra
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