Yes, supplemental irrigation is possible in Iowa - perhaps desirable for some soils. But there are a lot of things to consider before going "whole-hog" on the idea that irrigation is THE answer.

Farm fires have often been accepted as unfortunate occurences which couldn't be helped. Rural areas were the last field which organized fire protection entered. Many rural fire departments are now organized. And in some states, practically every farm is included in the area of a rural fire department.

The four-spotted fungus beetle is a sort of dual-charactered insect.This beetle is both destructive and a genreal nuisance. But on the other hand, it kills corn larvae.

The next 12 months will be different from the last 12 months in at least one important way: The defense program will dominate the national economy to a greater extent.