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State of Texas Agriculture Relief Fund

Wednesday, July 1st, 2015

tx dept agricultureLocal farmers and ranchers in our region have been devastated by the severe weather, tornadoes and flooding this past spring. To assist in the recover effort, the Texas Department of Agriculture established the STAR fund to help with the relief efforts from these events. The counties that are eligible to receive assistance in our remote area are: Young, Jack, Wise, Parker, Palo Pinto, Throckmorton, Archer, Baylor and Montague.  For a complete list of counties eligible for assistance, visit Texas Department of Agriculture’s website.

The STAR Fund (State of Texas Agriculture Relief Fund) was created solely with monetary donations from private individuals and companies, including Farm Credit, Valero and McCoy’s Building Supply. STAR Fund money may be used to assist farmers and ranchers in rebuilding fences, restoring operations and paying for other agricultural disaster relief. As natural disasters continue to impact Texas farmers and ranchers, the need for donations continues.

If you are a farmer or rancher whose property was damaged by the severe weather and your property is located in a county listed in the Governor’s disaster proclamations, you may be eligible for assistance.

For questions of eligibility and how to apply for disaster relief assistance, visit the Texas Department of Agriculture website or contact TDA’s Grants Office by phone at (512) 463-6908 or by email at [email protected].

We need your help to replenish the STAR Fund, so that TDO can continue to make a positive impact on the lives of our fellow Texans. As natural disasters continue to impact Texas farmers and ranchers, the need for donations continues to grow. Help make a difference in your community, visit TexasAgriculture.gov to make your donation to the STAR fund today.

Source: State of Texas Agriculture Relief Fund

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Super S Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Tuesday, June 30th, 2015

Super S DieselSuper S Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is now available at J&N Feed and Seed.  Pick up a 2 gallon container for just $8.95 plus tax.

Super S DEF meets all applicable standards, specifications and performance requirements for use in all SCR Emission Control Systems. Meets ISO 22241 specifications.

  • Non-Toxic
  • Non-Flammable
  • Non-Polluting
  • Non-Hazardous
  • No Special Handling Required

Why Do We Need DEF?  In order to meet the EPA 2010 mandate that oxides of nitrogen (NOx) emitted from diesel truck engines be reduced to almost zero levels by 2010, most manufacturers have chosen to use SCR, Selective Catalytic Reduction, technology.

If you have any questions, please stop by the store or give us a call.

 

 

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American Independence Day Parade

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015

4th-of-july-clip-artGet out your red, white and blue and head to the square on July 4th for the American Independence Day Parade!  The parade kicks off on July 4th at 9:00 am and runs through noon.

Graham Downtown Square
608 Elm St
Graham, TX 76450

  • 9:00 am Welcome & Prayer
  • 9:05 am Introductory Remarks
  • 9:20 am Wreath Laying
  • 9:40 am Service Star Flags Presentation
  • 10:00 am Missing Man Bell Roll Call
  • 10:30 am Graham Certificates of Honor
  • 11:00 am Independence Day Parade

Click here for more information

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Wet Weather Lawn Care Tips

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015

article_wetlawnHeavy rains and flooding have left many lawns waterlogged, or worse, covered in silt when flood water recedes. Nature has a wonderful way of recovering from these things, but a few points considered now could give it a helping hand.

Try to avoid walking on wet or damp grass, as it is likely to damage it. If a lawn has been waterlogged for several days, wait until water levels have completely subsided and you can walk on it without leaving wet footprints.

If you want to mow the lawn once it has dried out, set the mower blades to the highest possible cutting height. Do not attempt to mow a wet or saturated lawn as you risk compaction and ruts. And obviously do not use an electric lawn mower in damp or wet conditions.

If the lawn has been flooded, be aware that any silt left behind may be contaminated, so wear rubber boots, disposable rubber gloves and cover any open wounds before working outside. You should attempt to remove silt, along with any debris from the lawn – either by hosing or raking it off. Unfortunately, if your lawn has been submerged for over a week or if it is covered with more than ¾ inches of silt there is a possibility that it will need to be re-laid, but this along with any major lawn repairs will need to wait until early spring.

Lawns that have been very wet will benefit from some serious aeration – either manually using a garden fork or with the help of a powered aerator. Moss is also likely to build up in damp conditions, but remedial treatments like aeration, scarifying, top-dressing or re-seeding bald patches will now need to wait until next spring.

One thing you can do now is check for any particularly waterlogged or vulnerable areas of the lawn, where heavy rain collects. Make a note of those areas and consider preventative action you could take in the future, either by evening out the ground levels or improving drainage.

Article Source: Stihl www.stihlusa.com

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Deer and Protein

Monday, June 22nd, 2015

Deer and ProteinThere is considerable controversy regarding the percentage of dietary protein that deer should have. Many people believe that deer cannot tolerate more than 16% dietary protein and that high-protein diets are wasteful or even toxic. This simply is not true.

Research in South Texas has shown that wild deer diets at certain times of the year can be over 25% protein. Many forages highly utilized by deer are over 30% protein. Obviously, the wild deer are unharmed by consuming these high-protein plants. Indeed, excellent antler growth years were those with superb spring forage conditions. The resulting antler growth suggests that not only were the deer not harmed by their high-protein diet, they actually utilized the protein to grow bigger antlers, indicating that higher protein is necessary for a buck to achieve his genetic potential for antler growth.

Pelleted diets designed to supplement natural forage need to be greater than 16% protein because the forage portion of the diet is often inadequate in protein content. Even in a good year, the digestible protein content of major deer browse species often falls well below 10% by late summer and will likely remain there until the spring green-up. In a tough year (late winter, drought, etc.), the nutrition supplied by natural forages can be inadequate even in the spring. Without supplemental protein, deer cannot maintain optimal body condition, which is essential for maximal antler growth.

Deer in confinement being fed complete diets should have at least 16% dietary protein in order to try to maximize health, growth and antler development. Today’s champion bucks are commonly being raised on diets containing 20% protein. Some people even feed diets containing as much as 24% protein with no adverse effects.

Protein is needed for maintenance and growth of all organs in the body as well as for many physiological functions, and the individual needs for protein are affected by many factors such as genetics, environment, disease and parasite challenges, etc. The body has a “priority of life” list, and protein goes first to those functions that are deemed most important to survival. Antler growth, while desirable and important for social hierarchy, is not necessary for life and appears at the bottom of the priority list from the deer’s viewpoint. Therefore, unless there is enough protein in the diet to meet all the priority needs and have enough left over for optimal antler growth, trophy racks will not happen, no matter what the genetic potential of the buck. If you want to see giant antlers, you will need to provide the necessary protein.

J&N Feed and Seed carries the full line of AntlexMax products.  Come see us for all your hunting and feed needs.

Source: Purina Mills

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Reduce Watering With Hydretain

Wednesday, June 17th, 2015

Hydretain At J&N Feed and Seed, we are bringing in products to help with water conservation and to help you keep your lawn and pastures alive and thriving. With all the rain this spring, your lawn should be green and beautiful.  Keep it that way, long after the rains stops with Hydretain.   Hydertain is a product designed to help maintain healthy turf with 50% less water usage.  This product has been used by golf courses, nurseries, sod farms and top landscapers for years and is now available to homeowners.

Hydretain is a revolutionary new chemistry that allows homeowners to water up to 50% less and maintain healthy, great looking plants and turf.

Hydretain is patented blend of liquid humectant and hygroscopic compounds that attract and hold moisture like tiny water magnets within soil. Hydretain manages available soil moisture, extending watering intervals of indoor and outdoor plants, flowers, vegetables, shrubs, trees and grasses by as much as 2 to 3 times. Each application reduces watering for up to 3 months

It actually pulls moisture out of the air and transfers it to the soil.

• Minimize Drought Stress
• Lower Utility Bills
• Avoid Watering Restriction Fines
• Protect Against Opportunistic Pests
• Extend Watering Intervals
• Save Time and Labor
• Improve Transplant Success
• Eliminate Localized Dry Spots
• Conserve Precious Water

For use on New & Existing Turf Grass, Trees, Flower Beds, Shrubs, Ornamentals, Vegetable Gardens. Ideal for preparing Indoor and Potted Plants for your extended vacation absence!

Stop by J&N Feed and Seed and take a look at all our products designed to help you conserve water while providing necessary moisture to your lawn, garden and pastures.

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Father’s Day Gifts

Wednesday, June 17th, 2015

http://photo.elsoar.com/happy-fathers_day-best-greeting-cards.htmlFather’s Day is Sunday and J & N Feed and Seed has a great selection of items dad will love. If dad is an outdoorsman who loves the summer months, a Yeti Cooler may be just what he’s hoping for or perhaps a fish fryer. If hunting is his passion, get him prepared for the upcoming season with a new pair of Nikon binoculars or a Case Knife. We also carry deer stands, feeders and plenty of ammo. Be sure to treat your dad to something special this year!

 

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Chickens and Culling

Tuesday, June 16th, 2015

If you don’t want to wait through a molt, you can cull non-laying birds and replace them. Culling is the removal of birds in your flock that are not laying or developing as they should. If the bird is not sick, it is perfectly suitable for home cooking. You should always cull lame or sick chickens, because they are not productive and may spread disease.

A hen will give many clues that she is no longer laying. Non-laying hens have small, dull combs rather than the bright red combs of layers. Their vents will be small and dry, not stretched by egg production. The width between their pubic bones will be just one finger, not two or more, and the depth between pubic and keel bones will be only a few finger widths rather than four or more. The feathers will be ragged, with no apparent new feathers.

On the other hand, culling may not be an option for less productive or non-productive hens that have endeared themselves as pets, or if your goals are primarily to simply watch and enjoy your birds rather than obtain maximal egg or meat production from them. With good care, many types of poultry can live 20 years or more!

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Egg Production in Hens

Tuesday, June 16th, 2015

Hen on Nesting BoxHealthy hens will begin laying at about 18 to 20 weeks of age. It is not necessary for a rooster to be present for egg laying to start, but without a rooster, all eggs will be unfertilized. Hens will be at peak production at about 30 weeks. Excellent production would be considered 80 percent to 90 percent, (100 percent is considered 1 egg per hen per day), but breed, housing, weather, management, parasite load and nutrition can all affect rate of lay.

Eggs should be gathered three times daily, more often in hot weather. Store the eggs at 55oF and 70 percent to 75 percent humidity if you plan to keep them for hatching. Eggs for eating should be refrigerated. Eggs are laid with a protective coating, which helps to keep bacteria out, and it is best if this is not disturbed. Excessive washing can force bacteria through pores in the shell and into the egg, greatly reducing its chance for successful incubation and hatching. If washing is necessary, be gentle and quick, and use only water. Be sure to use water that is warmer than the egg. Dry and cool the eggs as quickly as possible.

Frequent egg gathering serves two purposes: 1) it helps to keep the eggs cleaner and prevents bacterial growth, thus eliminating the need for washing; and 2)
it lessens the opportunity for hens to learn the bad habit of egg eating.

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Mosquito Control & Repel Products

Saturday, May 30th, 2015

Mosquito ControlThe generous amount of rain brings mosquitoes.  Here is some information from Fertilome on how to control and repel mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes are probably one of the more common, problematic and identifiable flying insects.

Adults feed on sugars from plants or from honeydew from other insects. This is all males feed on, females also feed on blood in order to produce eggs. Most females feed during a certain time of the day, usually during low-light times of the day, although some may feed throughout the day.

Eggs hatch and become larvae, also known as “wiggler” or “wriggler” due to the lashing movements of the abdomen. The larvae feed on particles in the water, during this time the larvae will go through 4 molts, towards the end of the 4th molt it will become a pupae. Then they emerge as adults.

Control

Adults prefer to hide in protected areas during the day, such as; yards, trees, shrubs, weeds and areas of dense vegetation. The first line of defense would be to reduce weeds and thin vegetation. When applying a control “spray”, apply to lower limbs of trees, shrubs and areas of heavy vegetation, under decks and around the foundation. Make the application in the very early morning or early evening.

38 Plus may be used around the foundation, yard or land-scape this product will go the farthest and last the longest.

FL IndoorOutdoor may be used in the house.

HY Indoor/Outdoor or Lawn, Garden, Pet Spray are both very effective on mosquitoes, LGP may be sprayed on vegetables. These also offer a repelling action.

Use Spreader Sticker to increase the coverage on plants and the length of the residue.

Repel

On a person, Universities recommend a product with DEET, Fertilome does not have such a product.

For other outdoor areas, we have Natural Guard Lawn Shield.

This is a granule covered with cedar oil. It has a very pleasant odor and is organic so is very safe for kids and pets, no delay in re-entry is required.

It starts to repel within minutes of application. It is an irritant to all flying insects and they will leave or stay away as long as the cedar odor is present.

Light watering’s or rain can re- invigorate the barrier increasing the longevity, this varies due to the amount of product used or moisture.

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