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(4) It prevents colic and other sickness. 
(5) It gives a glossy, healthy appearance to the skin. 
(6) In consequence of the large proportion of sugar it contains, it acts 
as a stimulant, and increases the working capabilities and stamina. 
(7) With proper and careful use for milk cows, it increases the 
production of milk while improving the quality. 
(8) When used for fattening it increases weight and improves the 
flavour of the meat. 
(9) It lessens the expenses of the farmer both in respect to fodder and 
as a manure, the large proportion of alkali in the molasses being 
especially advantageous in the latter. 
(10) It will keep stored for an unlimited time.” 
Salt for Milch Oows.—A sufficient supply of salt should be given to mileh 
cows. ‘he best plan is to place the salt under cover from the weather, and 
where the cattle can get at it freely. By so doing, the animal will take only 
sufficient for her requirements. Salt is essential in the building up of the 
animal, as it facilitates the passage of the albumenoids of the food. Cows 
allowed to go without salt on the farm for four or five days, will fall off from 
2 to 8 per cent. in quantity of milk. 
