Having experimented but a single season, it is needless to say 

 that much remains to be done yet, and many problems are still 

 awaiting solution. 



In addition to the experiments, I have tried to learn the ^con- 

 dition of the industry throughout the state and have taken steps 

 to familiarize our farmers with what we are trying to do. 



In April last a twelve-page circular relative to amber cane was 

 prepared and 3,000 copies distributed. 



This fall 1,500 copies of a circular letter, making inquiries re- 

 garding the cane crop, were prepared and sent to all whom I 

 thought could aid us. In answer to these circulars I have replies 

 from 180 manufacturers of amber cane syrup, who report having 

 made about 350,000 gallons of syrup this jear. A list of these 

 manufacturers, together with amount of syrup made by each, is 

 herewith given. Other valuable information from these reports 

 is given in its proper place. 



In regard to the second experiment, the ensilage of fodders, 

 permit me to say that a silo was built and filled last summer, and 

 experiments are now in progress to determine the value of the en- 

 silage. So far the indications are very favorable, but it is too 

 soon to make any definite statements. As complete a report as 

 possible is herewith presented. It is planned that Mr. Swenson 

 investigate the subject, from the chemical side, this winter, and 

 upon this point much remains yet to be known. 



As required by the act above named, I have made a detailed 

 statement of the moneys expended up to the present. It will be 

 seen that we have not yet expended the sum granted. 

 Most respectfully submitted, 



W. A. HENRY, 

 Prof. Agriculture, University of Wisconsin. 



Experimental Farm, University of Wisconsin, Madison, 

 Wis., December 31, 1881. 



