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Multi-Timer For Milking Studies, G W R Scott
Multi-Timer For Milking Studies, G W R Scott
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
Recent research into milking machine operation has proved that the belief of old-time hand-milkers that fast milking was good milking was soundly based.
In current practice the emphasis is on convenient shed and yard design and systematic routine in handling the cows. This permits a high throughput of cows and a high output of milk per labour unit.
The multi-timer designed and built by Mr. G. W. R. Scott and described in this article will prove most valuable for pinpointing where time is lost.
Identicial Twins : A Valuable Aid To Animal Husbandry Research, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia
Identicial Twins : A Valuable Aid To Animal Husbandry Research, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
A T a recent field day at Wokalup Research Station a set of identical twins was shown as being the start of a project to build up a herd or number of such, for research and extension work.
Identical Twins, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia
Identical Twins, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
THE response to the Department's appeal for identical twin calves has been gratifying, and so far this year five sets have been located and collected.
In view of the rare occurrence of identical twinning, this indicates excellent co-operation from dairy farmers.