The Brinkley argus., 1918-01-11
KEEP MORE BROOD
 SOW|S AND G|LTS
These Are Some of the Recommends tons Made By J. H. Mcleod, Se-
 f1ior Live Stock Specialist.

with corn" These are some of the recommendation made by J. H. Me Leod, Senior Live Stock Specialist with the Agricultural Extension Dt vision of the University of'Ark ansas, under wheae direction 6 campaign is now being put on in the state for the purpose of increasing the number of hogs to relieve the red meat shortage which is confronting us. In discussing the situation, Mir. Mcleod says:
 There is IS per cent shortage Of hogs. This shortage has been brought about by decreased production in ! the United States and an increased demand by our Allies. September ! 1917, this number had decreased to i 60.21S, 900, showing shortage of 5, 1000 head over the previous year This shortage must be made up, anC Arkansas has been asked to do her part by increasing her production of pork by 20 per cent. Last year we had 1,575,000 hogs in our state; this means that the number must be in creased by 100000 head.
 We Can Do This in Arkansas.
 Our corn crop is excellent, being AS per cent (21,5s5, ,OoO) bushels great CT than it was last year. In addition the soil and climate make it possible to grow great variety of forage crops, and forage crops furnish the very cheapest hog feeds; consequent Iy, do not plan to produce pork with out the use of some of the common grazing crops like oats, wheat rye, rape, soybeans, cowpeas, etc. In making farm plans for the coming year leave sufficient ground to plant some of these grazing crops for the hogs.
 It is a Safe Proposition
 The United States Food Administra- tion is behind the movement for greater production, and guarantees that the producer can at all times count on fair price for his hogs, so that it will be profitable to him; to limit the profit of the packer and the middleman, and to eliminate specula- tion.
 Begin Now to Increase the Number
 of Brood sows.
 If a man has not all the brood sows he can care for during the coming year, his selection should begin at once. This may be done by holding back a larger number of the best gilts from the winter and spring sales or by buying additional females. The demand for gilts and sows will be so great this winter and spring that ev- eryone cannot expect to buy the pure breds or even the best of grades. Look for the sows with strong backs, deep and lengthy sides and good chest development In order to bring the largest number of pigs SOW must have length and depth of body, and to bring strong, healthy pigs and pro- duce sufficient milk for their devel- opment she must have a good consti- tuition. In selecting and buying breeding stock, first look at the hogs the neighbors have for sale. This will not only afford an opportunity to see the conformation of the hogs but will also enable one to select the most prolific breeders and heaviest milkers.
 Feeding the Brood Sow.
 Although there is a larger quantity Of corn on hand this year than usual, one should avoid feeding the SOW ex- clusiyely on this feed Not only is the number of pigs produced by the SOW affected by the ration, but also the strength of the pigs. All rations fed should have protein feed (such as shorts, bran, milk, alfalfa hay, clo- yer hay, cowpea hay. soybean hay. and green forage crops when they are available). which is muscle building, in connection with the corn, which is fat producing. Unless this is donasss large percentage of the offspring will be lighter and weaker
 Water.
 Plenty of pure water is one essen tial often neglected in raising hogs. Many people still think the stagnant pool or other filthy water is good enough for the hog, but as a matter of fact. the hog is an animal that not only appreciates clean water to drink, but will also pay dividend upon the time and investment necessary to make clean water available. A sow that has this advantage always gains faster in weight and is more thrifty than one compelled to drink l from the stagnant pool