MILLET and SORGHUM CANE 
Although many farmers are now growing 
Millet regularly as a hay crop, it was not until 
the last few years that its value was fully ap¬ 
preciated as a quick-developing crop. Many 
find it of great value in case of crop failure of 
Clover and Timothy, when dry, spring weather 
cuts short the pasture and meadow grasses, or 
when there is a cold, wet spring and corn and 
other early sown crops are drowned out—it is 
then that Millet is fully appreciated. 
Millets may be planted up to July 1 and even 
later, and still produce a crop of hay or pas¬ 
ture. Millet hay properly handled has great 
feeding value and milk-producing qualities. 
For hay it should be cut as soon as it blooms, 
before the seed forms, otherwise the hay is apt 
to be woody. In more southern sections Millet 
is sown as a catch crop after the grain has been 
harvested. It produces the best results in 
warm, rich soil. 
Sow broadcast, using about 25 lbs. per acre, 
covering seed three-quarters of an inch deep. 
For a seed crop, allow the Millet to ripen fully 
and harvest with a grain binder. 
Making Sorghum Syrup From Minnesota’s Famous 
Cane Varieties. 
SORGHUM CANE 
MINNESOTA EARLY AMBER -The 
Early .A-inber Sugar Cane grown in Minne¬ 
sota is superior to that grown anywhere else. 
It is the earliest strain grown, very hardy, of 
fine quality, and yields from 12 to 20 tons of 
cane per acre, according to soil conditions and 
cultivation. It grows 12 to 18 feet high, yield¬ 
ing much fodder, of good quality. Early Amber 
Cane and Fodder Corn are often planted to¬ 
gether, and produce immense yields. 
One acre of Early Amber Cane will produce 
enough to make 175 to 200 gallons of syrup, of 
delicious rich quality, golden yellow color. 
We offer an improved strain of Minnesota 
Early Amber Sugar Cane which has been care¬ 
fully bred for size, sugar content, and palat- 
ability. Sow 8 to 10 lbs. per acre for syrup. 
Price: 1 lb. 20c, 5 lbs. 80c, postpaid. (See Blue 
Figure Price List.) 
DAKOTA AMBER 39-30-S CANE- 
Low Acid Cane Variety Developed by the South 
Dakota Experiment Station. 
The demand for low acid content Cane of 
early maturity has been met by the introduc¬ 
tion of Dakota Amber 39-30-S. It grows 55 to 
68 in. tall, the stems are medium large and 
juicy and sweet, tillers freely, the leaves are 
medium in size. It is a good forage and grain 
producer. The following qualities make this 
Cane outstanding: 
JAPANESE MILLET — Billion Dollar Grass 
Japanese Millet is one of the best forage crops we have, for feeding all 
kinds of livestock. It ranks high in railk-producing qualities, being rich in 
protein and fats. Combined with soy beans, as ensilage, it makes an ideal 
balanced ration, two parts of millet to one of soy beans being the right 
proportion. 
Japanese Millet is adapted to all sections of the country; it makes more 
hay than any other millet, and requires less seed. It is the ideal catch crop, 
and may be sown any time from May to July, 
For hay, cut it just before it blossoms, and cure the same as clover. It 
also makes good pasture, but the cattle must be accustomed to it gradually. 
FIVE REASONS FOR GROWING JAPANESE MILLET: 
1— It grows 4 to 8 ft. high and produces 5 to 6 tons of hay per acre. 
2— It is drought-resistant, yet can be grown on wet or poor soil. 
3— It is good for exterminating quack grass as it stools heavy. 
4— It is cheap to sow, only 20 to 25 pounds of seed per acre being required. 
5— It is very palatable and is liked by all classes of livestock. 
PLANT MILLETS WHEN SOIL IS WARM AND DANGER OP FREEZING IS OVER. 
PROSO MILLETS 
Sow 25 pounds per acre. 
TURGHAI PROSO -Turghai Millet grows 
three feet tall and has a purple spreading 
head. The stems bear a wide leaf similar to 
corn and are not woody. It withstands con¬ 
siderable drought. It is a red seeded variety, 
like Early Fortune. Turghai has yielded from 
50 to 70 bushels on heavy soil and three tons 
of hay per acre. (Contains 17% protein and is 
one of the richest feeds for hogs, cattle, sheep 
and poultry. Ask for free circular. 
EARLY FORTUNE -This seed is of a 
shiny reddish brown about the size of Turghai. 
The heads are compact. It matures rather 
early, growing about medium height. It is 
ready to harvest in 50 to 60 days after sowing. 
HOG OR BROOM CORN MILLET- 
The seed is of high food value especially for 
poultry and hogs. It is yellowish white in 
color. Very early and drought resistant and 
will produce excellent yields of seed. 
JAPANESE MILLET (described above). 
FOXTAIL MILLETS 
Sow 15 to 20 pounds per acre. 
GERMAN OR GOLDEN -This is one of 
the best varieties for hay and fodder. It makes 
rapid, vigorous growth, often yielding 3 to 5 
tons of hay per acre, on good rich soil. It 
grows 4 to 5 feet high, is of rather coarse ap¬ 
pearance, and should be cut for hay before it 
is in full bloom. At this stage, the hay is of 
the best quality, and so tender it can be fed 
to hogs. 
HUNGARIAN -It is about a week earlier 
than German or Golden Millet, and much safer 
for northern sections, especially if sown late 
in the season. It does not grow as vigorously, 
but the hay is of finer quality, especially good 
for cattle, as it is nourishing and milk pro¬ 
ducing. 
SIBERIAN -We think this the best Millet 
for dry sections. It is extremely hardy, drought 
resistant, and about two weeks earlier than 
Golden Millet. It stools heavily, is very leafy, 
and yields enormous quantities of fine quality 
hay. It produces 50 to 70 bushels of seed 
per acre. 
Price: any variety, 1 lb. 20c, postpaid. For larger quantities see Blue Figure Price List 
SEED TREATMENTS 
POULTRY REMEDIES 
1. Low acid content. 
2. More sugar, higher feeding value. 
3. Safe as Sudan Grass. 
4. Certified as to purity-—uniform maturity. 
5. Easy to handle. 
6. A good fodder and grain producer. 
Plant 5 to 10 lbs. per acre in cultivated rows 
or 50 to 60 lbs. per acre broadcast. 
Price: 1 lb. 35c, 5 lbs. $1.60, postpaid. (See 
Blue Figure Price List.) 
WACONIA ORANGE CANE - Grows 
much heavier but shorter stalks than Amber 
Cane and withstands storms and wet weather 
without lodging. It produces an outstanding 
quality of syrup and more of it per acre. 
Sow Orange Cane at the same rate as the 
Early Amber Cane. Price: 1 lb. 20c, 5 lbs. 80c, 
postpaid. (See Blue Figure Price List.) 
FODDER CANE -(Southern Grown.) A 
profitable feed crop producing as much as 30 
to 35 tons of green feed per acre. It makes 
good hay if cut before it grows too high. It 
matures later than Early Amber Cane. Sow 50 
to 60 lbs. broadcast or 12 to 15 lbs. in drills 
per acre. Price: 1 lb. 20c, 5 lbs. 80c, post¬ 
paid. (See Blue Figure Price List.) 
F. S. N. Co. Good Thunder, Minn. 
From 1 acre of Cane Seed we planted we 
took out 200 gallons of wonderful sorghum. 
We cannot praise your Will Rogers 
Watermelons highly enough—had the big¬ 
gest crop I ever raised—many of them 
weighed 40 lbs. Also the Pride of Wiscon¬ 
sin Muskmelon turned out wonderful. 
It is needless to say all future orders for 
seeds go to you. 
Oscar E. Erickson 
BARBAK -This dependable seed corn 
treatment increases germination and stand at 
a cost of 2c per acre. Permits earlier plant¬ 
ing, prevents seed rotting, and insures in¬ 
creased yield. Price: 2 oz. pkt. (enough for 
1 bu. seed) 15c, prepaid. Not prepaid, 1 lb. 
tin (60-acre size) 75c. See page 70. 
SEMESAN JR. -Another seed corn treat¬ 
ment which destroys seed-borne diseases, pro¬ 
tects seed from rotting in cold wet soil, thus 
makes early planting possible. Price: 2 oz. 
(enough for 1 bu. seed) 16c, prepaid. Not 
prepaid, 4 ozs. 30c, 1 lb. 75c. See page 70. 
CROTOX BIRD REPELLENT -Saves 
seed and replanting. Stops crows, pheasants 
and other birds, as welt as squirrels, gophers, 
woodchucks, etc., from destroying planted 
seed. For seed corn, soybeans and other 
smooth coated seed. Price: Viz pint (treats 
1 bu. seed) 60c, 1 pt. $1.00, prepaid. See 
page 70. 
CERESAN -For treating seed grains— 
wheat, oats, barley. See page 65 for details. 
SEMESAN BEL -For treating seed pota¬ 
toes. See page 21 for details. 
SEMESAN -For treating all garden and 
flower seeds. See page 16 for details. 
FREE: Circulars fully describing any of the 
above seed treatments, on request. 
MINK’S LOUSE KILLER OINT¬ 
MENT -One application keeps hens free 
from lice for six months. Paj-s its cost ten¬ 
fold in increased egg production. Wonderful 
remedy for head lice, on baby chicks and 
turkeys. If not completely satisfied, return 
empty box and get your money back. One 
box sufficient for treating 75 to 100 hens. 
Perfectly harmless. Price: 80c, prepaid. 
ACME POULTRY DELOUSER -Paint 
the perches—it will pay big dividends. Apply 
in spring, before brooding time, also in the fall. 
Very effective—easy to use. Price: 2-oz. tube 
35c; 5-oz. tube 50c; pint can, treats 300-400 ft. 
of perch (most economical), $2.00, ppd. 
PHENO-NOX TABLETS -Valuable to 
use in drinking water or milk. Can be used in 
any kind of drinking vessel. For baby chicks, 
poults, and mature stock. For treatment and 
control of common bowel disorders. Keep in 
drinking vessels of all chicks and poults. In¬ 
sures health and may prevent outbreak of serious 
troubles. Price: 50 tablets, 45c, 150 tablets, 
$1.00, 300 tablets $1.75, 500 tablets $2.75, ppd. 
CAM-PHOR-MIST -A spray that really 
stops bronchitis, brooder pneumonia, common 
colds, roup, or respiratory troubles. Use as 
preventative. Spray regularly. Don’t take 
chances. Inexpensive and easy to use. If birds 
are subject to colds or roup use Cam-Phor-Mist. 
Price: 8-oz. bottle 60c, 16-oz. bottle $1.00, ppd. 
Order Cane and Millets Early—Seed Supplies Very Short 
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