Summer Field Days 2000, Out and About – Part II
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From grazing to an ultrasound fetal calf exam at the Stewart field day, Oelwein. Dan Wilson, Paullina, is one of those modifying the design of the Illinois-style farrowing hut.
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Darwin McGhee, Correctionville High School ag instructor, points out weevil larvae in a thistle head. Pick up some locally-produced honey, apples or jam and “Please leave money in box.”
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Arlyn Valvick, Swea City, checks the field day sign-up sheet. Cheerful chaos reigns when goats share the milking parlor with visitors.
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Of course, if the field day gets too boring, you can always go fishing for cats. Rachel Wilson demonstrates.