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grains. Clover should also be seeded in the winter wheat and 

 harrowed in. 



If the outlets of all tile drains are not open and free, they 

 should be cleaned out and put in good shape for the rapid re- 

 moval of all surplus water. On steep hillsides prevent soil 

 washing by constructing temporary dams across the gullies as they 

 begin to form. 



Harrow the pastures and meadows not only to break up 

 and distribute the droppings of the animals, but also to loosen 

 up the grass roots and stir the soil a little. 



Watch the shoulders and the necks of the colts that are in 

 the harness. Careful attention to this may prevent the ruin 

 of a good horse. See that the collars fit well. If this is done, 

 sweeny is prevented. 



Do not neglect to disc all land early this month that is to 

 be plowed later. The discing will induce the germination of 

 weed seeds and prevent the evaporation of moisture. 



Rake the lawn, removing all old dead grass and also the sur- 

 plus of top dressing applied. 



Get in early vegetables in the garden, for radishes, lettuce, 

 parsnips, beets, etc., should be growing rapidly. 



APRIL 15-30 



Keep the plow going steadily on all unplowed land. Follow 

 the plow with the harrow or some other implement that will 

 form a mulch on the surface. Plan to conserve soil moisture in 

 every move you make. 



Furnish the lambs with a creep and provide oats or oats and 

 bran in a feed trough inside the creep. 



Do not forget that the young pigs need exercise to prevent 

 their getting the thumps. 



Be sure that the corn planter is in good shape and that your 

 check wire is free from kinks and of sufficient length to plant 

 the field. 



Do not put off the planting of your garden and potato 

 patch until the latter part of the month, but attend to it early. 

 Providing fresh vegetables and a good supply of potatoes for the 

 winter is an indication of good management. 

 (To be continued) 



