On April 1, cattle feeders in 28 major feeding states reported nearly 8.3 million head of cattle on grain feed. This was 1 percent more than a year earlier and was 13 percent more than on feed April 1, 1962.

Puzzled by packages? Accusations and defense statements have been flying thick and fast. Marcena VerPloeg adds up the pro's and con's of the packaging controversy and presents some revealing pictures.

Iowa State University's Agricultural Experiment Station may be compared to a tree production fruit. Just as the tree producing fruit. Just as the tree spreads its roots into the surrounding soil to gather nutrients and moisture, the Experiment Station spreads its roots to all parts of Iowa through the Outlying Experimental Farm system to gather research information.

Safety precautions at your farm pond can add to your family enjoyment and your own peace of mind. Some safety features are best provided as you plan your pond. But other safety features can be added later.