FARMERS & CONSUMERS Tommy Irvin, Commissioner Georgia Department of Agriculture Market Bulletin Volume 64 Man's Growth Parallels Seed The seed is one of nature's truly marvelous inventions. It is an incredible example of miniaturization and a vital link in the unbroken thread of life. Two of the most critical periods in man's long struggle toward civi- lization involved seeds. Early man learned that if some of the wildgrowing grains fell to the ground there would probably be a crop of grain at the same spot the following year. The next giant stride'toward civilization came with the discovery that collected seed under favorable conditions could produce plants and grain far from the area in which they naturally occurred. (Our guest columnist this week is Larry Spooner, president, Georgia Seedsmen's Association, P.O. Box 17555, East Atlanta Branch, Atlanta, 30316.)__________ These discoveries influenced the course of history. By collecting seed of desirable plants, storing them and at the proper time sowing them in soil of his choice, man gave up the nomadic existence and settled down. The essential role of seed lies in its generative function, the ability to reproduce (or produce) that from which it came, the grain and fibers, the grass and trees. It is the responsibility of the seed industry to see that the farmer has an adequate supply of quality seed of adaptable varieties. An industry such as the seed industry can perform to its maximum potential only when all facets pull together as one cohesive unit through an organization such as the Georgia Seedsmen's Association. The voting membership of the Georgia Seedsmen's Association is made up of growers, processors, distributors and retailers of seed within the state. Associate members are seedsmen from other states "or suppliers of fertilizers, chemicals, bags, machinery, etc. For membership applications write Roy C. Jones, Secretary-Treasurer, Georgia Seedsmen's Association, P.O. Box 17555, Atlanta 30316. FOR SUBSCRIPTION AND ADVERTISEMENT INFORMATION SEE PAGE 2 Wednesday, November 8,1978 GDA At Your Service Free Dairy Herd Inspections Number 45 False Weight Probe Spurred Helping Eliminate Mastitis D jy C||OW Georgia dairymen lose millions of dollars each year from damage caused by a disease called mastitis. The Quality Milk Program of the Georgia Department of Agriculture regularly inspects the state's milk supplies for wholesome and sanitary qualities. One of the services it provides is a free inspection of cattle for this disease. Mastitis is characterized by an inflammation of the udder in cattle which ultimately causes a permanent loss of milk productivity and even premature death. Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin has launched an investigation into alleged corrupt practices between public weighers and regulated public carriers. Irvin's action resulted from a CBS- TV broadcast which indicated truck weights had been falsified on scales at the Atlanta Farmers Market as well as scales in other areas of the However, due to the fact that the state. disease is not contagious, many da- The Georgia Department of Agri- iry farmers are reluctant to have culture, through enforcement of its their cattle inspected or even may Weights and Measures laws, is not be aware that this money-saving service is free. (Continued On Page 8) A team of research scientists from Saint Marianna University in Tokyo are now working in a cooperative effort with the Department in testing a new mastitis vaccine developed in Japan which may prove to be more successful than vaccines presently being used in the U.S. According to two of the researchers, Mr. Yoshitoshi Ichiman and Mr. Shinichi Narikawa, the vaccine developed by team leader Dr. Yoshida Not All Seed Bad At K-Mart Although several hundred bags of grass seed sold by K-Mart have been Japanese researchers study milk samples while lab scientist Terry Garret! works on the Quality Milk Program. contains stronger, more longer lasting antigens which build up antibodies to fight the infection. If this proves to be true, mastitis could be on the way to elimination with farmer cooperation regarding inspections. In order to apply for an inspection, farmers need only file an application with the Department of Agriculture. These applications are available through state veterinarians, Department field inspectors, and the state office. For more information, phone 404/656-3667 for the state veterinarian's office or call toll-free to Ag Consumer Line at 1-800-2825852. Brucellosis Offense Nets Cattlemen Fine Two Carrollton men have been found guilty of illegally shipping brucellosis-exposed dairy cattle across state lines. Gerald Keith Wright and Robert Gilley pleaded guilty and were fined $100 each in the case. All cattle transported over state lines must be "S" branded as required by animal health regulations. The brand indicates that the cattle have been tested for brucellosis and are safe for use. The three brucellosis-exposed dairy cattle shipped by the defendants did not have the necessary "S" brand. QQ consumer fine... recalled, the majority of the grass seed sold by the store is not affected. Several hundred bags of seed tag- ged "Payne Brothers Seed Company of Gallatin, Tennessee" on one side and "Michael-Leonard, Incorpora- Can you tell me where I can find powdered eggs? My doctor has advised ted of Grant Park, Illinois" on the reverse side was found to be below germination standard and was re- that I use these in my diet, but I can't find them in the grocery store. L. R. Rome moved from sale by the Department Powdered eggs are not readily available to the general public, but are of Agriculture. used in bulk by many institutions. Nutritionally, the differences between The specific lot numbers of seed whole and powdered eggs are minimal. Please check with your doctor and affected are: GA8-381 guaranteed at see if perhaps he recommended powdered egg substitutes, which are 75 percent germination, testing only 50 percent; BL8-11 guaranteed 75 available in most grocery stores. * * * * percent germination, testing only 52 percent; GA8-380 guaranteed 75 percent germination, testing only 18 percent and 34071-B guaranteed 75 F.S., Montrose: Please call or send your name, so that we can gh e you the most effective control methods against bisects in your walnuts. percent germination, testing only 51 percent. Grass seed hi any of these lot numbers should be returned to K- What can I use to take the scent of raw garlic from my breath? G.K. Mart. Atlanta (Continued On Page 8) Page 2 THE MARKET BULLETIN Wednesday, Novembers, 1978 we (*i--d let^t^t&u y\ Help wanted on hog farm, will furnish 2 bedrm. house, utilities and small salary. W. L. Barber, Rt. 3, Box 78, Quitman 31643. Ph. 912-263- 8345._____________________ Will custom cut, rake and bale hay; also, bush-hogging and plowing, lames Rutledge, Stockbridge. Ph. 474-4279._________________ Insemination of cattle in Forsyth, Dawson, Lumpkin and nearby Dear Editor, I am interested in learning how to cane chair bot- toms with cane and rush. If any of your readers know how this is done or know of someone I could contact, counties. Bill Callaway, Rt. 1, Gumming. Ph. 887-4443.________ Want someone to clear 150 A. of land in exchange for free rent. Fred G. Blitch, RFD No. 4, Statesboro I would appreciate the information. 30458. Ph. 912-865-2475.________ W. D. Carlton Need dependable dairy help, Dear Editor, 4765 Campbellton Road Atlanta, Georgia 30331 house, lights, vacation pay, 1 day per wk. off, Christmas bonus. Edward Bryans, Rt. 1, Newborn 30262. Ph. 404-342-3618. My family and I are planning a trip to Florida the end of November and would like to stop along the way to buy some pecans. We would appreciate some names and places where we can stop and perhaps Want dependable, married couple to act as caretakers in exchange for living in 2 story farm house with 40 A. farm, ref. req. Jack Camp, pick our own pecans. Drawer 1038, Newnan 30264. Ph. K. M. Meadows 404-253-4330 or 251-2491.________ Greensboro, N.C. Editor's Note: In the next issue of the MARKET BULLETIN we will run a pick-your-own of fruits and vegetables, Want someone to clear farmland for 2 yrs. used in planting watermelons or any crop. M. Miley, 2132 East 42nd St., Savannah 31404. Ph. including pecans. 912-232-1320. FARMLAND CORRECTION NORTHEAST 88 pretty A. all fenced w/3/4 mi. paved rd. 8 rm. home, utilities etc., branches, woods, 50 A. in perm, pastures, $90,000. 12 mi. from Commerce, between Commerce and Cornelia. Paul Hosch, Jr., Buford. Ph. 945-4517 Buford. Farm employment No commercial, industrial or domestic employment permitted. Only that employment that pertains to the Individual farm may be advertised. Want to pick up pecans on any type share basis, within 50 mi. radius of Athens. I. Faulk, Rt. 1, Nicholson. Ph. 404-546-7920, anytime._________________ Will do blade and other tractor work. Harold Rutledge, Rex. Ph. 9616742. FARMERS & CONSUMERS MARKET BULLETIN Georgia Department of Agriculture Agriculture Building Capitol Square Atlanta, Georgia 30334 404-656-3722 Tommy Irvin, Commissioner In order to subscribe lo the MARKET BULLETIN, you may call 656-3722 or send requests to the above address. There is no charge for Georgia residents to receive this publication: out-of-state residents are charged $2.00 annually. Address all requests to be added to or removed from the mailing list, change of address and Form 3579 to the MARKET BULLETIN office at the above address. To advertise, you must be a resident of Georgia, out-of-state wanted column is the only exception to this rule. 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